Best Colleges for Non-Professional General Legal Studies (Undergraduate)

A Non-Professional General Legal Studies undergraduate degree provides foundational knowledge in law, government, and legal systems without preparing students for bar admission. With only 38 schools nationwide offering this specialized program, graduates typically earn around $36,369 annually in entry-level positions across government agencies, law firms, and corporate compliance departments.

When evaluating programs, students should prioritize schools with strong internship partnerships, experienced faculty with legal backgrounds, and comprehensive coursework covering constitutional law, legal research, and ethics. Look for programs that offer practical experience through mock trials or legal clinics. Consider schools with high job placement rates and connections to local legal communities, as networking opportunities often prove crucial for career advancement in legal support roles.

Schools Ranked

$39,612

Avg. Program Earnings

62.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 25 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	National University San Diego, California	$47,260	50.0%	private-nonprofit
2	University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi, Maryland	$47,260	29.6%	public
3	University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, California	$45,500	92.9%	public
4	American University Washington, District of Columbia	$42,728	78.5%	private-nonprofit
5	American Public University System Charles Town, West Virginia	$42,123	53.2%	private-forprofit
6	Hamline University Saint Paul, Minnesota	$42,044	57.7%	private-nonprofit
7	Webster University Saint Louis, Missouri	$41,789	61.1%	private-nonprofit
8	University of Central Oklahoma Edmond, Oklahoma	$41,565	37.5%	public
9	University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, Washington	$41,007	83.7%	public
10	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, Washington	$41,007	62.3%	public
11	University of the District of Columbia Washington, District of Columbia	$39,927	26.3%	public
12	University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, Wisconsin	$39,909	89.3%	public
13	University of Iowa Iowa City, Iowa	$39,585	73.1%	public
14	Mercy University Dobbs Ferry, New York	$39,369	48.1%	private-nonprofit
15	Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, Florida	$39,369	44.2%	private-nonprofit
16	University of La Verne La Verne, California	$38,289	65.4%	private-nonprofit
17	Post University Waterbury, Connecticut	$37,208	35.3%	private-forprofit
18	Bay Path University Longmeadow, Massachusetts	$36,992	56.9%	private-nonprofit
19	Siena College Loudonville, New York	$35,954	75.8%	private-nonprofit
20	University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst, Massachusetts	$35,772	83.2%	public
21	National Paralegal College Phoenix, Arizona	$35,701	31.9%	private-forprofit
22	University of Denver Denver, Colorado	$35,600	78.0%	private-nonprofit
23	Northwestern University Evanston, Illinois	$35,416	95.9%	private-nonprofit
24	University of California-Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, California	$34,704	74.5%	public
25	Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, Ohio	$34,230	87.7%	public