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Develop Marketable Skills

The mission of the School of Arts and Sciences is to provide a dynamic education that nurtures and stimulates intellectual growth and a greater understanding of our diverse communities. With cross-disciplinary curricula in the arts, humanities, and behavioral, natural and social sciences, the school utilizes innovative curricula, pedagogy, and technologies to foster scholar-practitioners who value ethics and service to others. 

Taught by scholar-practitioners who are experts in their fields, our programs combine real-world application with research and theory-based practices. Many degree programs offer multiple emphasis options to align your professional goals with your learning experience, such as the Bachelor of Arts in Applied Studies, which allows you to design your own curriculum based on your work experience, interests, and future goals.

WASC Senior College and University Commission

University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

Ned Camuso, PhD
Associate Dean, School of Art & Sciences, Associate Professor of Humanities
Ned Camuso PhD
Melissa Meyer, JD
Associate Dean, School of Arts & Sciences, Associate Professor of Legal Studies
Melissa Meyer JD

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Programs Offered

Learn More about Legal Studies (Paralegal Profession), BA
100% Online
Criminal Justice & Legal

Legal Studies (Paralegal Profession), BA

Paralegals play a key role—from legal research to drafting documents and supporting courtroom preparation. This fully online degree prepares you for national certification exams and a career as a paralegal, including in California.
Mar 9, 2026

Legal Studies (Paralegal Profession), BA

100% Online
Paralegals play a key role—from legal research to drafting documents and supporting courtroom preparation. This fully online degree prepares you for national certification exams and a career as a paralegal, including in California.
Bachelor's
03/09/2026
Learn More about Legal Studies, BA
100% Online
2 Concentrations
Criminal Justice & Legal

Legal Studies, BA

Advance your legal career with UMass Global's BA in Legal Studies. Choose paralegal or business law concentrations taught by attorney faculty online.
Mar 9, 2026

Legal Studies, BA

100% Online
2 Concentrations
Advance your legal career with UMass Global's BA in Legal Studies. Choose paralegal or business law concentrations taught by attorney faculty online.
Bachelor's
03/09/2026
03/09/2026
Learn More about Liberal Studies (Multiple Subject Teaching), BA
Credential Prep Track
Teaching & Education

Liberal Studies (Multiple Subject Teaching), BA

Begin your teaching career with UMass Global's BA in Liberal Studies Multiple Subject Teaching. Prepare for California elementary credential programs online.
Mar 9, 2026

Liberal Studies (Multiple Subject Teaching), BA

Credential Prep Track
Begin your teaching career with UMass Global's BA in Liberal Studies Multiple Subject Teaching. Prepare for California elementary credential programs online.
Bachelor's
03/09/2026
Learn More about Paralegal, Certificate
Criminal Justice & Legal

Paralegal, Certificate

This online certificate prepares the student with a basic understanding of the legal system and meets California paralegal requirements. Credits completed to earn this certificate may also be applied toward completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies.
Mar 9, 2026

Paralegal, Certificate

This online certificate prepares the student with a basic understanding of the legal system and meets California paralegal requirements. Credits completed to earn this certificate may also be applied toward completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies.
Certificates & Courses
03/09/2026

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