Several of the top 100 shoes of the past decade have been based on the legal industry, and with good reason: the legal industry carries a huge social responsibility to interpret and implement the law, protecting millions of innocent victims every year. The legal industry on TV is a fast-paced world of crime, drama, and redemption. But is this what your law firm's office will look like if you start a career there?

Probably not. Law is exciting; the chance to influence the world in a positive way by studying and executing legal standards is a large, meaningful task. But it's not always action-packed, or filled with compelling drama. Attention to detail and thorough comprise many jobs in the legal industry.

A career in law can still be incredible, however. Working in this industry allows legal professionals the chance to help change the world from time to time. Robert Westley, a former attorney and a legal professor with a PhD, spoke on the reparations of Hurricane Katrina after the tragedy happened. Former Mayor of New York City Rudy Giuliani was an attorney before running for Mayor, and now running for President of the United States.

Legal professionals affect serious change all over the word everyday. Even though a legal career may not look like it does on TV, it is still a worthwhile endeavor that can allow you to change the world in some way throughout your lifetime.

Schools are listed in alphabetical order by state then city.

Colorado Technical University

[Online]

Founded in 1965, Colorado Technical University is the university of choice for today’s motivated professional, offering over 100 Undergraduate and Graduate programs and concentrations in the fields of Business & Management, Computer Science & Engineering, Criminal Justice & Legal Studies, Health Sciences, and Information Systems & Technology.
Programs:
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
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Everest University Online

[Online]

Advance your career (or start a new one) without interrupting your life. At Everest University Online, you’ll get the tools to prepare for a better future. Earn your Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in fields such as Business and Criminal Justice. Take classes at the times and places you choose, balance the demands of family and a career, and get personalized, one-on-one attention from expert instructors in your field of study.
Programs:
  Criminal Justice Associate
  Criminal Justice Bachelor
  Master in Criminal Justice
  Paralegal Associate
  Paralegal Bachelor
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Kaplan University

[Online]

Earn your degree, advance your career, and achieve your goals with an online degree or certificate from Kaplan University. And do it all without missing a day of work. Kaplan University offers accredited online degree programs in Business, Criminal Justice, Technology and Design, and Paralegal Studies. Kaplan also offers Continuing Education, allowing working professionals to earn certificates in Forensic Nursing, Legal Nurse Consulting, Life Care Planning, and Financial Planning.
Programs:
  A.A.S. in Criminal Justice
  A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies
  Advanced Start B.S. in Criminal Justice
  Advanced Start B.S. in Paralegal Studies
  B.S. in Criminal Justice
  B.S. in Paralegal Studies
  Legal Nurse Consulting
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Keiser University eCampus Online

[Online]

For over 30 years, Keiser University has provided student-centered, quality career education. Keiser University eCampus Online offers degree programs online to prepare students for in-demand professions. Degrees are offered with a curriculum that is in pace with technology and workforce demand trends in business, criminal justice, healthcare and computer technology. Our "one-class-at-a-time" approach allows busy students to focus on their education and balance the demands of work and family.
Programs:
  Associate's - Criminal Justice
  Associate's - Paralegal
  Bachelor's - Criminal Justice
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University of Phoenix	[Online]
Whether you’re seeking an associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree, University of Phoenix can help you reach your goal much sooner than you might expect. Programs: BS in Criminal Justice Administration Request More Information >

Westwood College

[Online]

Think you don't have time to earn the respected degree you need? Think again. Westwood College's online program gives you the flexibility to study at the times and places you choose. You'll also get the opportunity to interact with your instructors and fellow students in real time. Degree programs offered include business, criminal justice, design and technology.
Programs:
Criminal Justice
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Westwood College's online campus is not currently accepting Texas residents for its programs. If you are a Texas resident interested in attending Westwood College and taking some courses online, please select one of our campuses in Dallas, Fort Worth or Houston.