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Q: Law degree from online law schools?
I am interested in obtaining a JD degree from an online law school. I know that the only state which I could use that degree is in California, But I am almost finished with my MBA and know that most of my competition does not have a JD degree. I just want that for my resume and knowledge. Especially since I plan on becoming a real estate developer. Does anyone know what online law schools are nationally and regionally accredited (not including the ABA accreditation)?

A: Concord Law School merged with Kaplan University in 2007 and Kaplan is regionally accredited my North Central Association. The way they word it is that "Concord is the first online law school to be part of a regionally accredited institution of higher education." They don't state that Concord is regionally accredited. I'm not sure what to make of that condition. They are also DETC accredited and CalBar registered. This is the only JD with what may (or may not) be regional accreditation. You are correct that there are no online programs accredited by ABA - the ABA doesn't allow full or substantial online delivery. Yet... This is the list of what most people consider to be the online law schools: Abraham Lincoln University School of Law American Heritage University School of Law California School of Law Concord School of Law Esquire College MD Kirk School of Law Newport University Northwestern California University Oak Brook College of Law and Government Policy Southern California University for Professional Studies University of Honolulu West Coast School of Law, Inc. West Haven University William Howard Taft University You should personally check the accreditation and CalBar status of any that you're interested in. Don't use my list above as an endorsement of any of these - I simply know they exist and not whether they're any good.

Q: Is it a good idea to get a law degree online? Or will it be difficult to find a job?


A: It would only be worth doing if the online school is accredited with the American Bar Association; and of course you can't practice unless you also pass the State's bar examination, usually a grueling 3-day ordeal. You should think of night school--many of the best law schools offer night programs, and if you can graduate you will have a much more well-recognized degree on your resume.

Q: What is the outlook for the Texas Bar Association to accept Online Law School Degrees?
I am interested in attending Concord Law School Online, However, I live in Texas and right now the TX Bar Association does not recognize the Degree( JD ). I would have to work in CA or WI. Online is the way of the world now, How long will it take for other States to get on board? I am OK with opening my own shop....

A: Probably a long time. There isn't a friendly sentiment towards online law schools in the profession, so don't count on many states accepting those degrees any time soon.

Q: Bar exam after online-degree?
Is it possible to take bar exam after getting law degree online?

A: First, you have to contact your STATE BAR (not the ABA) in order to apply to take a bar exam. Second, to the best of my knowledge, there is only one state where a person can sit for the bar exam without a degree from an ABA accredited law school and that is California. The ABA doesn't accredit online law schools.

Q: What's the deal with online law classes?
I've heard that online law schools offer degrees that are pretty much useless , because you almost no one will let you sit for the bar exam. But do regular law schools offer the option of taking at least some classes on-line? If for nothing else flexibility's sake. If anyone has any information on law schools in general.

A: No law school will allow you to take a course online through another provider except them. The reason is that these online schools that offer "law school classes" are not accredited, which is why you can not sit for the Bar if you go through their entire "degree program." There is no easy way to get through law school. If you can not manage a full time course load, then you can always ask for the permission to cut your credits to part time. Many universities will allow this.

Q: how can i get my high school diploma online?
how can i get my diploma online and get a law degree online.i would like to become a lawyer but i don't have my high school diploma yet.thanks in advance.and can i get financial aid online as well?

A: There are plenty of online high schools listed here: http://www.onlinehighschool.org There's also a lot of free useful information. Good luck

Q: Can I go to law school if I get my bachelors online?
I know I have to make sure that the schools are accredited, but even so I was wondering which are the more legit. Perhaps people that have actually gotten an online degree and gone to law school. If so when you apply to law school do they look down on online programs?

A: They will look alot at your test scores on the law school admissions test. And there are also varoius levels of law school, so if y ou want to go, you most likey can but it won't be Harvard. (

Q: In law enforcement jobs are online degrees accepted?
Or do they just look it as a wanna be degree?

A: There aren't many online degrees that are from accredited schools. Do your homework carefully. Recently here on YA I saw some spam for an online school, so I did some quick searching. Turns out the accrediting agency had the same address as the school! There are a lot of diploma mills out there that will take your money and leave you looking like an idiot for falling for their scam. Be careful.

Q: what type of undergraduate degree to get into law school?
I am 38 yrs old.No college.I want to get a Bachelors Degree and then apply for an ABA approved Law School. Would an online Bachelors Degree be sufficient educational wise? Is there a specific course of study that would be best suited?Will an ABA Law School accept a 3 year Bachelor Degree or must it be a four year degree? Any advice? Thanks!!

A: ABA approved law schools will want you to have gone to a reputable, regionally accredited bachelors degree college. They'd also strongly prefer you did it in person, rather than online. But if you must do it online, make sure it's a reputable college that is regionally accredited. So avoid schools like Kaplan or Strayer (not regionally accredited) and U of Phoenix (not reputable). Instead, do the online degree from UMass Amherst, Northeastern, BU, U Maryland, Penn State, U Florida, or another reputable "offline" university. So long as the bachelors degree is considered the equivalent to a US bachelors degree, you can finish it in four years or three, doesn't matter. The thing is that some foreign three year bachelors degrees are NOT considered equivalent to a US bachelors degree, while others are. You need to be sure. But if you're doing the bachelors from a good US university, and the degree takes you three years instead of four, that's okay. If you're interested, there are accelerated degree programs specifically for adults that allow you to complete your bachelors more quickly. These are in person programs, from reputable unis like Fordham. Maybe a uni in your area offers similar?

Q: Where can I take an International law degree part-time or through online learning?
Does anyone know of an international law degree program (not criminal justice) that you don't have to give up your day job for 3-4 years in order to take? I'm looking to compliment my MBA in International Business Strategy and my Doctorate in Organizational Leadership with a law degree but I haven't been able to find anything that I can do in-between contracts. I'm a Management Consultant by trade but I'm not making that much in the way of income that I can take off 3-4 years without working to pursue another degree. Nice --- Starts October 2009 which is perfect timing. http://www.sbs.ox.ac.uk/LFE/ Not quite exactly what I'm looking for but is actually a nice fit considering it covers finance and economics as well.

A: Oxford University is teaching this substantially online now. Be aware that International Law isn't a practitioner degree. The JD or LLB will be required for that; and so far, online options are both limited and relatively unsuccessful.