Paralegal Schools in Cape Girardeau, MO

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare paralegal programs in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. 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 Cape Girardeau, MO

#1

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Carbondale, IL 33.3 miles away BOC Score 55.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 599
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL 85.7 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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  • Programs offered: 83
  • Annual completions: 3,390
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Kaskaskia College

Centralia, IL 88.7 miles away BOC Score 54.8
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  • 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

#4

Webster University

Saint Louis, MO 98.1 miles away BOC Score 42.6
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  • Programs offered: 19
  • Annual completions: 815
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Missouri Paralegal Salary Snapshot

Missouri
Missouri Median Pay $61,410 $29.52 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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