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Thomas Jefferson College of Law provides an opportunity to study law through
independent study. We make law study available and possible to highly motivated and
qualified individuals who otherwise might not be able to do so.
You may earn a non-bar law degree without classroom attendance and at relatively low cost.
Our programs are efficient, moderately priced and individually paced. Your law degree may
significantly increase your income and earning capacity, your work performance and your
personal prestige.
It would be a pleasure to discuss how we may be of service to you.
Thomas Jefferson College of Law is a division of Heed University, which was founded in
1970. Heed stands for Humanistic Education through the External
Degree. Heed University is a private, not- for-profit, non-sectarian
institution of higher learning.
It is our philosophy that mature individuals with extensive experience should be permitted
the opportunity to study for college degrees without a rigid, formalized structure. The
Heed program of "Freedom to Learn" provides this opportunity. Following a
"University Without Walls" philosophy, students are permitted a wide range of
activities to meet educational and personal goals they establish for themselves with
faculty guidance. Most students will complete their degree requirements within one year or
less.
Heed University is authorized through its charter, granted by the State of Wisconsin, to
conduct courses and confer appropriate degrees. We offer non-bar programs leading to the
B.S.L., J.D., LL.M. and S.J.D. degrees. In addition, Heed University offers programs
leading to the B.A., B.B.A., B.S., M.A., M.S., M.B.A., D.B.A., Psy.D., Ed.D. and Ph.D.
degrees.
Many men and women in the professions, education and business find that the study of law
would be most useful in their work; contracts must be prepared and evaluated; lawsuits are
an ever- present danger in the business environment; and trusts, estates and wills must be
prepared. Indeed, law touches every facet of our lives. An understanding of legal
principles is important not only for success in the professions and business, but also for
the pursuit of life and happiness in our society.
A student seeking a degree at Thomas Jefferson College of Law could be someone who did not
have the opportunity to pursue full- time legal studies early in his or her career. The
opportunity for law training may not have been available or the pressures of work and
family prevented full-time study. This individual might be older than the traditional
student. In addition, this student is motivated, usually mature, often demonstrates law
related competencies learned on the job, and brings with him or her a wide variety of life
experiences which may be evaluated in terms of college and graduate credit. Students at
the Thomas Jefferson College of Law include business and banking executives, insurance
personnel, physicians, dentists, accountants, educators, psychologists and persons
involved in the field of criminal justice. All of these people are seeking to gain legal
knowledge and utilize their own knowledge and skills gained over the course of successful
careers.
The law programs at Thomas Jefferson College of Law will benefit individuals preparing for
a career related to law such as parole officer, insurance claim adjuster, law enforcement
officer or individuals with a need or desire to understand our legal system.
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Degree Programs
High School Diploma or the equivalent.
This is a first level degree and is intended to provide an academic background of the
study of law.
Successful completion of the required courses or its equivalent, and five elective
courses chosen from the catalog.
Introduction to Law
Legal Research
Contracts
Torts
Qualified students may be granted up to a maximum of five courses based upon LIFE
LEARNING EXPERIENCE EVALUATION.
Thomas Jefferson College of Law offers students the availability of obtaining a J.D.
degree in one year or less. This is an academic degree designed for the individual who
wishes to utilize his training in administrative agencies or business and does not wish to
seek admission to a state bar.
Bachelor's degree is preferred, however, completion of at least two years (60 credits)
of college from a recognized college or university or passing of the CLEP exam.
Successful completion of required courses and ten elective courses chosen
from the catalog.
Contracts
Torts
Legal Research
Introduction to Law
Qualified students may be granted up to a maximum of ten courses based
upon LIFE LEARNING EXPERIENCE EVALUATION.
MASTER OF LAWS (LL.M.)
J.D. or the equivalent.
A project that is based upon a trial or actual case experience and a
thesis dealing with a legal subject.
Master's Degree or the equivalent.
Two projects and a dissertation. One project must be based upon an actual
case or trial experience. The subject of the other project may be selected by the student
with the consent of the dean. The dissertation is intended to demonstrate the student's
ability to engage in original research, organize and evaluate source material and express
himself cogently.
Thomas Jefferson College of Law offers an independent study educational
program that allows qualified individuals to earn a law degree.
Students are urged to seek opportunities to enhance their studies.
Tutoring, interning, clerking, and attending court are suggested.
If you possess extensive knowledge of and experience with law and legal
procedures, Thomas Jefferson College of Law may award academic credit toward meeting
degree requirements. In order to determine the amount of credit to be awarded, a portfolio
must be submitted for evaluation. It should document how the student's legal knowledge and
skills were attained. This procedure applies only to the non-bar programs.
Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward degree
requirements and must file a monthly progress report.
(P) Pass
(F) Fail
(I) Incomplete
(W) Withdrawal
Letter grades may be requested at the beginning of the course.
Prior to graduation, all students will receive a graduation checklist
which should be completed and returned to the University. Students should be certain that
they have satisfied all requirements for admission and that the University has in its
possession official transcripts for all previous postsecondary work. It is important that
special students who have been conditionally admitted insure that they gain full
acceptance into the program prior to applying for graduation. In order to graduate, the
student must:
A. Complete all admission requirements
B. Complete all degree requirements
C. Complete all coursework with a grade of pass
D. Complete all financial obligations
E. Complete and submit the graduation checklist
Thomas Jefferson College of Law and Heed University offer a number of
joint degree programs. These programs are individualized to meet the particular needs of
the student. Special tuition arrangements are determined based upon the joint programs.
Students must meet the admissions requirements of both programs. Contact the Executive
Vice President for further information.
The following joint degree programs are available:
B.S.L./J.D.
J.D./LL.M.
LL.M./S.J.D.
B.S. or B.A./J.D.
M.B.A./J.D.
Ph.D. or Ed.D./J.D.
D.B.A./J.D.
Tuition for each program offered through Heed University/Thomas Jefferson
College of Law is due and payable upon acceptance. As a convenience, students are
permitted to arrange payment plans with no finance charges. Please refer to the Enrollment
Agreement.
DEGREE PROGRAM TUITION
B.S.L.
$4850.
J.D. Non-bar Program $4850.
LL.M.
$5250.
S.J.D.
$7250.
FEES
Application Fee
$45.
Transcript Fee
$10.
Duplicate Diploma Fee $50.
Students wishing to withdraw must notify the school in writing by
certified mail. The withdrawal becomes effective on the postmark date. Note that refunds
are based on the total tuition due and not on the amount paid. A student dismissed for
cause (academic failure or disciplinary reasons) is not entitled to any refund of tuition.
The refund period for tuition begins with the date of acceptance.
Time period from date of acceptance Refund
During first two weeks 100%
During third - fourth weeks 80%
After fourth week No Refund
Limited financial aid is available from time to time in the form of
Scholar Incentive Awards, Moral Obligation Scholarships and the Margaret Rasetzki Memorial
Scholarship. Information is available from the Executive Vice President.
There are special tuition arrangements and substantial savings for
students enrolled in a joint degree program.
Introduction to Law
Introduction to Paralegalism
Legal Research
Contracts
Criminal Law
Torts
Criminal Procedure
Constitutional Law
Evidence
Remedies
Professional Responsibility
Civil Procedure
Corporations
Real Property
Wills
Trusts
Accounting
Administrative Law
Agency
Bankruptcy
Business Law
Civil Litigation Before and During Trial
Consumer Protection
Commercial Paper
Conflict of Laws
Estate and Gift Tax
Estate Planning
Family Law
Federal Courts
Federal Income Tax (Individual and Corporate)
Labor Law
Legal Negotiation
Local Government Law
Law Office Management
Insurance Law
Litigation and Trial Practice
Law of Business Organizations
Probate Practice
Real Estate Transactions
Secured Transactions
Securities Regulation
Trusts and Estates
Herbert J. Lerner
Professor of Business and Law
B.A. Yeshiva University
M.A. Columbia University
J.D. Columbia University
Ph.D. New York University
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In Memoriam
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George J. Collins, deceased
Professor of Business and Law
B.S. Southern Connecticut State College
M.A. Yale University
Ed.D. Columbia University
J.D. George Washington University
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