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AS - CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Overview

The Associate of Science in Criminal Justice degree program prepares entry-level professionals from diverse backgrounds in the theoretical foundations, knowledge, skills, and practices of criminal justice operations. This program of study enables students to develop rational decisions and informed responses to the daily challenges one faces in law enforcement, corrections, and court operations. Additionally, this program of study provides students with a working comprehension of constitutional and criminal law in contrast to judicial process. Students completing this program are prepared for entry-level positions in local, state, and federal criminal justice programs, including law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, court operations, and related fields in security. This program promotes a commitment to continued scholarship and service among graduates as future members of the criminal justice profession in a manner that remains conducive to enhancing professionalism in a diverse community.

Degree at a Glance

Number of Credits

60

Maximum Transfer Credits

45

Tuition per Credit

$270

BS - CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMIN.

Overview

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration degree program prepares both entry-level and seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds in the theoretical foundations, knowledge, skills, and practices of criminal justice administration inclusive of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. This program of study enables students to develop rational decisions and informed responses to the daily challenges one faces in law enforcement, courts, and corrections operations. Additionally, the program prepares students for entrance into concentrated areas of criminal justice in master's degree programs or related disciplines. This program promotes a commitment to continued scholarship and service among graduates as future and continuing members of law enforcement, courts, and corrections initiatives in a manner that remains conducive to enhancing professionalism in a diverse community.

Degree at a Glance

Number of Credits

120

Maximum Transfer Credits

90

Tuition per Credit

$270

BS - CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMIN./ARSON INVESTIGATION

Overview

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration degree program prepares both entry-level and seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds in the theoretical foundations, knowledge, skills, and practices of criminal justice administration inclusive of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. This program of study enables students to develop rational decisions and informed responses to the daily challenges one faces in law enforcement, courts, and corrections operations. Additionally, the program prepares students for entrance into concentrated areas of criminal justice in master's degree programs or related disciplines. This program promotes a commitment to continued scholarship and service among graduates as future and continuing members of law enforcement, courts, and corrections initiatives in a manner that remains conducive to enhancing professionalism in a diverse community.

Degree at a Glance

Number of Credits

120

Maximum Transfer Credits

90

Tuition per Credit

$270

BS - CRIMINAL JUSTICE / FORENSICS

Overview

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration degree program prepares both entry-level and seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds in the theoretical foundations, knowledge, skills, and practices of criminal justice administration inclusive of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. This program of study enables students to develop rational decisions and informed responses to the daily challenges one faces in law enforcement, courts, and corrections operations. Additionally, the program prepares students for entrance into concentrated areas of criminal justice in master's degree programs or related disciplines. This program promotes a commitment to continued scholarship and service among graduates as future and continuing members of law enforcement, courts, and corrections initiatives in a manner that remains conducive to enhancing professionalism in a diverse community.

Degree at a Glance

Number of Credits

120

Maximum Transfer Credits

90

Tuition per Credit

$270

MPA - CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMIN.

Overview

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration degree program provides a post-baccalaureate education to criminal justice professionals. The program of study develops the student's ability to analyze, comprehend, and resolve the complex problems confronting the criminal justice system.

Degree at a Glance

Number of Credits

36

Maximum Transfer Credits

24

Tuition per Credit

$349

MS - CRIMINAL JUSTICE ADMIN.

Overview

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration degree program provides a post-baccalaureate education to criminal justice professionals. The program of study develops the student's ability to analyze, comprehend, and resolve the complex problems confronting the criminal justice system.

Degree at a Glance

Number of Credits

36

Maximum Transfer Credits

24

Tuition per Credit

$349

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