Rice University Paralegal Certificate Program

Program Details
Spring 2010

Tuition

The total cost for classroom instruction and access to the paralegal student Web site is $4,995 (does not include books). New books cost approximately $650; used books may be found online at a discount.

The early registration fee is $4,795 if received by January 13, 2010.

For a $100 surcharge, students can divide the tuition into two payments using a promissory note. If you are interested in this payment option, you will need to attend an information session or contact our office and schedule an appointment with the program coordinator. If you are using a promissory note, you cannot register with the standard application form.

Refunds and Cancellations

When enrollments are canceled in writing two weeks before the program start date, tuition will be refunded in full. When enrollments are canceled in writing less than two weeks before the program start date, tuition will be refunded minus a $375 deposit only if a replacement can be found for you. If no replacement can be found for you, no refund will be issued. No refunds will be issued on or after the start date of the program.

Spring 2010 Calendar

Note: Classes in bold are part of the core paralegal curriculum, which is described on our curriculum page. In addition to time in the classroom, students are expected to spend 10-20 hours per week doing assignments, visiting the law library, reading and using online study tools.