Paralegal Schools in Madera, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare paralegal programs in Madera, California. Browse local listings and compare schedules, training formats, and total costs before contacting schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Paralegal Schools Near Madera, CA

#1

Fresno City College

Fresno, CA 20.7 miles away BOC Score 41.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 71
  • Annual completions: 2,221

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Merced College

Merced, CA 33.5 miles away BOC Score 51.7
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  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 1,646
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

College of the Sequoias

Visalia, CA 61.2 miles away BOC Score 47.3
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 2,591

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#4

Evergreen Valley College

San Jose, CA 95.6 miles away BOC Score 50.6
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  • Programs offered: 16
  • Annual completions: 206

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#5

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA 98.4 miles away BOC Score 66.6
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  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,368
  • Online programs available

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California Paralegal Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $77,390 $37.21 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $62,890 $30.24 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 23-2011 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • ABA-approved program status (employers often prefer this)
  • Legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis) training
  • Substantive law areas (litigation, family, corporate, real estate)
  • Internship or externship in a law office
  • State regulations on paralegal practice and title use

Next Steps

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Career Overview

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