Paralegal Schools in Bloomington, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare paralegal programs in Bloomington, Illinois. 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 Bloomington, IL

#1

Illinois State University

Normal, IL 3.6 miles away BOC Score 71.9
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $16,144
  • Out-of-state tuition: $28,210
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 88%
  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 1,200
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Illinois Central College

East Peoria, IL 33 miles away BOC Score 50.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 67
  • Annual completions: 2,210
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Kankakee Community College

Kankakee, IL 72.4 miles away BOC Score 53.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $5,220
  • Out-of-state tuition: $25,830
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 35%
  • Programs offered: 54
  • Annual completions: 875
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Lake Land College

Mattoon, IL 79.5 miles away BOC Score 53.4
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,415
  • Out-of-state tuition: $14,301
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 56%
  • Programs offered: 76
  • Annual completions: 2,930

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Joliet Junior College

Joliet, IL 81.6 miles away BOC Score 55.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,530
  • Out-of-state tuition: $13,800
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 21%
  • Programs offered: 77
  • Annual completions: 2,440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Lewis University

Romeoville, IL 90.9 miles away BOC Score 73.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $39,200
  • Out-of-state tuition: $39,200
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Key stats
  • Admission rate: 71%
  • Graduation rate: 65%
  • Programs offered: 30
  • Annual completions: 440
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Waubonsee Community College

Sugar Grove, IL 95 miles away BOC Score 59.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 45
  • Annual completions: 1,275
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Paralegal Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $63,670 $30.61 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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