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ACCEPTANCE RATE

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FINANCIAL AID RATE

86%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

36:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

32

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$1,338

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Paralegal Program

The paralegal degree program at Coastline Community College teaches students to perform legal research, as well as drafting, investigatory record-keeping, and other administrative functions related to the legal system. Students who graduate the program will perform these functions under the supervision of an attorney or in a court and will gain instruction from the program in legal research, drafting legal documents, appraising, pleading, courthouse procedures, and other legal specializations. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer paralegal program.

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Coastline Community College

11460 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA

Coastline Community College, located in Fountain Valley, California, was founded in 1976 with the intention of providing distance learning options for residents within the Coast Community College District. The school is one of 112 that comprise the California Community College System, which operates two year institutions throughout the state and is the largest such system in terms of size, number of schools and enrollment in the United States. The school serves the cities of Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Westminster, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Seal Beach and Fountain Valley. The school is primarily a distance learning institution, but offers on site courses through three mini campuses located in Costa Mesa, Garden Grove and Westminster, with full programs through campuses offered by the school's sister colleges, Orange Coast College and Golden West College.

Academics

Coastline Community College offers distance learning options and was the first institution to provide a complete program that could be complete through the use of a Pocket PC. Today programs are accessible through various means, including tablets, computers, and cell phones. Individuals may choose the type of program they will pursue, be it for academic transfer or career training. Academic transfer programs allow students to pursue a bachelor's degree by first completing the first two years of that education at the community college. Once completed, students will apply for transfer to a college or university to continue their education. Transfer to a University of California or California State University system school is made easier through agreements in place that  guarantee admission if certain requirements are met.

Career training programs allow students to receive an education in a specific field or industry with the intention of seeking employment upon completion of the program. Given that's some programs require hands on training for specific skills, individuals may be required to attend classes at one of the three physical locations in order to complete their education. A programs can take between one and two years to complete, and results in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Individuals interested in enrollment at Coastline Community College must submit a completed application and pay all associated fees. The school is an open enrollment institution, and as such admits any student eighteen years of age or older, students who have completed high school or equivalent, and students that have completed tenth grade and received permission from their principal. Students are asked to provide transcripts and test scores if available, and may be required to take a placement exam prior to registration. Students are also encouraged to meet with a counselor to discuss enrollment options.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Aid is awarded based on need which is determined by the school through the use of information provided by the student in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once the extent of need is determined the school will see which programs the student qualifies for and construct an aid packet that allows the student affordable access to education. Aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year and forms should be submitted early to ensure funds are disbursed in a timely manner.

Students Enrolled in the Paralegal Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Coastline Community College has offered the following programs for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate37
Associate's Degree20

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male10
Female47

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian13
Hispanic13
White29
Multiple Races2

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Paralegal program at Coastline Community College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Paralegals and Legal Assistants

Description

Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, paralegals and legal assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.6% from 2014 to 2024

Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers

Description

Search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes. May compile lists of mortgages, contracts, and other instruments pertaining to titles by searching public and private records for law firms, real estate agencies, or title insurance companies.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, title examiners, abstractors, and searchers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.3% from 2014 to 2024

Legal Support Workers, All Other

Description

All legal support workers not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the applicants Coastline Community College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Coastline Community College may provide student services including:

  • Distance learning
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Employment search assistance
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