Associate of Applied Science: Criminal Justice

This intensive program is recommended for students who wish to enter the Criminal Justice field shortly after graduation. This degree option is not generally recommended for students transferring to a four-year school. Emphasis is placed on practical application as well as theory. Students develop the skills required for entry into Criminal Justice or related industries. The Guide may be modified to reflect student interests, to meet their educational goals and/or the requirements of a particular criminal justice agency.

Students must complete 62 hours of credit with at least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale to meet graduation requirements for an Associate of Applied Science or Associate of Arts degree. Developmental course credits do not apply toward graduation requirements. The General Education Requirements for an Associate of Applied Science Degree seek to provide each student with a body of knowledge that is both broad and necessary to support the applied career skills. These requirements provide the opportunity for the students to grow in their knowledge and appreciation of the rich variety of human achievements necessary for success in the criminal justice industry.