Paralegal Schools in Athens, OH

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare paralegal programs in Athens, Ohio. 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 Athens, OH

#1

Zane State College

Zanesville, OH 44 miles away BOC Score 51.7
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $6,006
  • Out-of-state tuition: $11,766
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 34
  • Annual completions: 168
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Capital University

Columbus, OH 62.3 miles away BOC Score 45.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 40

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Shawnee State University

Portsmouth, OH 63.7 miles away BOC Score 38.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 33
  • Annual completions: 275
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Columbus State Community College

Columbus, OH 64.9 miles away BOC Score 56.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 84
  • Annual completions: 3,133
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Mountwest Community and Technical College

Huntington, WV 67.4 miles away BOC Score 33.4
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 309

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

BridgeValley Community & Technical College

South Charleston, WV 70.6 miles away BOC Score 55.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 278
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

Belmont College

St Clairsville, OH 82.3 miles away BOC Score 54.8
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 36
  • Annual completions: 186
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Clark State College

Springfield, OH 98.7 miles away BOC Score 46.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 835
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Ohio Paralegal Salary Snapshot

Ohio
Ohio Median Pay $60,420 $29.05 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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