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Earn Your AS in Legal Studies Online

American Military University's (AMU) online AS in Legal Studies provides a strong foundation in legal doctrine.

Our associate in legal studies program will develop the analytical, technical, and communication skills necessary for engaging in responsibilities associated with law and the legal field. It is suitable preparation for nonlawyer roles such as paralegal, legal assistant, legal analyst, compliance official, jury consultant, and victim advocate.

AMU's legal studies associate degree builds your knowledge of:

  • Litigation
  • Ethics
  • Real estate law
  • Criminal law
  • Paralegal procedures
  • Legal research and writing
  • Civil practice
  • General law

Our legal studies program also exercises skills in effective writing and communication, legal reasoning and critical thinking, and interpersonal and organizational management.

AMU is part of the American Public University System, which is an officially recognized member of the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC Member Number 5070).

What You Will Do

  1. Apply legal research and writing skills in realistic legal contexts
  2. Develop critical thinking and legal analytical skills
  3. Demonstrate proficiency with law office equipment and software

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Part of American Public University System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Helping You Save on Your Associate

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* Zero-out-of-pocket tuition may be possible when the Freedom Grant® is combined with other forms of financial assistance, such as military TA or federal Pell grants. The Freedom Grant is available to all U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists. Military spouses/dependents are also eligible to receive a grant that covers tuition above the military TA cap of $250/credit hour for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

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Have graduated with no APUS-incurred student loan debt

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Tuition for associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and undergraduate certificates.

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Out-Of-Pocket Tuition Possible

All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists are eligible for our Freedom Grant® that covers undergraduate and master’s-level tuition above the military TA cap of $250/credit hour.

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Textbooks & Ebooks

We provide no-cost textbooks and ebooks for all undergraduates.

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Transfer Credit Evaluation

AMU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.

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There is no cost to apply.

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A University That's Got Your Six

Our roots are in the military, but we are open to all. Here’s why 110,000+ have chosen AMU.

Convenient

Our online classes feature weekly class schedules with no set login times. Our mobile app expands your access.

Efficient

Finish faster and save. Associate degree students can transfer up to 45 credits for military service, previous academic coursework, and job experience.

Personalized

Our undergraduate classes average 19 students, so you won’t feel lost in the crowd.

Relevant

Get career-relevant knowledge from faculty who bring their experience from government, Fortune 500 companies, healthcare, defense agencies, technology firms, and the military.

Supportive

Our advisors are available seven days a week, and we have a peer mentoring program to provide support when you need it most.

Accredited

Part of American Public University System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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