Paralegal Schools in Decatur, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare paralegal programs in Decatur, Illinois. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Paralegal Schools Near Decatur, IL

#1

Lake Land College

Mattoon, IL 42.1 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

#2

Illinois State University

Normal, IL 45.9 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

#3

Illinois Central College

East Peoria, IL 66.5 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

#4

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College

Saint Mary of the Woods, IN 81.9 miles away BOC Score 34.9
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  • 1 St Mary of Woods Coll Saint Mary of the Woods, IN 47876-1099
  • (812) 535-5151
Key stats
  • Programs offered: 9
  • Annual completions: 20
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Kaskaskia College

Centralia, IL 90.4 miles away BOC Score 54.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,800
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,570
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,332
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Lewis and Clark Community College

Godfrey, IL 91.7 miles away BOC Score 49.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,340
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,840
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 46%
  • Programs offered: 56
  • Annual completions: 1,002

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

Shortlist a few schools, then ask about schedule options, hands-on training time, and total cost in writing.

Career Overview

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