Paralegal Schools in Shelby, NC

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare paralegal programs in Shelby, North Carolina. 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 Shelby, NC

#1

Gaston College

Dallas, NC 19.7 miles away BOC Score 51.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $3,186
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,330
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 59%
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 1,444
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Western Piedmont Community College

Morganton, NC 31 miles away BOC Score 58.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 25
  • Annual completions: 275
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute

Hudson, NC 39.3 miles away BOC Score 46.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 40
  • Annual completions: 610
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

York Technical College

Rock Hill, SC 39.5 miles away BOC Score 40.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,055

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Central Piedmont Community College

Charlotte, NC 40.5 miles away BOC Score 52.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 81
  • Annual completions: 5,637
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Mitchell Community College

Statesville, NC 49.9 miles away BOC Score 50.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 538
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Bob Jones University

Greenville, SC 54.8 miles away BOC Score 59.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 77
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Greenville Technical College

Greenville, SC 57 miles away BOC Score 52.5
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 64
  • Annual completions: 1,991
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

South Piedmont Community College

Polkton, NC 77.7 miles away BOC Score 45.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 313
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

Davidson-Davie Community College

Thomasville, NC 86.3 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 46
  • Annual completions: 1,662
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

North Carolina Paralegal Salary Snapshot

North Carolina
North Carolina Median Pay $57,500 $27.64 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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