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Legal Studies Option, AA

Program Snapshot
Academic CredentialAssociate in Arts (AA)
Total Credit Hours60
Average Time to Complete2 yrs.
Academic PathwaySocial, Behavioral, Education
AdvisorDr. Robert Saunders
Chair, Social Sciences Division
850.872.3826
rsaunder2@gulfcoast.edu

Senior Administrative AssistantMs. Jody Walton
210 Social Sciences Building
850.872.3825
jwalton1@gulfcoast.edu

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Legal Studies, AA

Are You Considering  Law School?

Gulf Coast State College students who wish to pursue a career in law require no particular major or transfer track of “law” studies. As undergraduates, students will be encouraged to pursue broadly based studies emphasizing analytical reasoning writing, and oral expression. Students will be expected to show a capacity to perform at an academically rigorous level. Among the many majors approved by the American Bar Association are business, computer science, economics, English, history, linguistics, math, natural sciences, philosophy, political science, psychology, and sociology.

Students may pursue a university transfer track in business, English, one of the social sciences, or follow the general education curriculum. Students are encouraged to investigate the admissions requirements of the university, baccalaureate degree, and law school they wish to attend.

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Legal Studies Course Requirements

English I & II
Visual and Performing Arts
Philosophy/Religion
Literature
Select 6 hours from a list of Math Courses
Physical Science
Biological Science
Behavioral Science
History
Government
Criminal Justice Courses
Microcomputer Application
Sociology
Psychology
Introduction to Public Speaking

A complete list of courses with descriptions can be found in the Catalog

What can you do with Legal Studies Associate of Arts?

In this field, people find careers as:

Federal Bureau of Investigation
Drug Enforcement Administration
Prosecuting Attorneys
Defense Attorneys
Judges
Probation and Parole Officers
 US Marshall’s Service
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
 Internal Revenue Service
 Central Intelligence Agency

Gulf Coast alumni of this program have continued their education at:

University of Florida
Florida State University
University of Miami
Jacksonville University
Florida International University

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Who is Eligible for the Legal Studies Program?
If you are a high school graduate, you can apply to this program. If you have earned credits from a regionally accredited college or university, you may have a head start at Gulf Coast State College.
Why Choose Gulf Coast State College to Earn Your Degree?
You'll get a great education with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. With small class sizes and professors who care, you'll get the personal attention you deserve. More than 90% of our graduates would recommend Gulf Coast State College to others.

Are you ready to get started?

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Visit the Gulf Coast admissions page to learn more about the application process.

Consult the Gulf Coast State College Catalog for specific program and course information.

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There are many options available to help you pay for college. Find out more about  scholarships and financial aid at Gulf Coast State College.

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