A Future Worth Investigating Online Programs in Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice programs that fit your lifestyle and interests. Criminal justice is one of today s fastest growing fields, and Excelsior College s School of Public Service is here to help you prepare for a remarkable range of rewarding career opportunities, with associate, bachelor's, and master's degree programs. No matter where you are in your career whether you re just starting out, looking to advance in your current position, thinking of taking a different direction, or are simply curious about this complex and fascinating field Excelsior has a program that will help you achieve your goals. Criminal justice programs at Excelsior are delivered online from start to finish, so you can earn your degree and advance your career while you continue to meet your personal responsibilities. Once you master the fundamentals of criminal justice, you may complete concentration-based coursework to gain practical expertise that will help you stand out on the job. Your curriculum may include courses in emergency management, forensic science, juvenile justice, terrorism, the administration of criminal justice, or other related subjects. Network with peers and potential employers as you learn from experienced professionals to obtain the skills needed for success and leadership in homeland security and emergency management, law enforcement, corrections, investigation, or forensics at the local, state, and federal levels. In Excelsior s Criminal Justice program, you ll study the most pressing issues in criminal justice today. Developed by national experts, Excelsior College courses delve into all aspects of criminal justice, from juvenile delinquency and drug crime, to white collar crime and victim and perpetrator behavior. In addition, you'll be able to take courses in subjects such as psychology, sociology, and communication. In the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program, you may choose our non-concentration option, or select a concentration based on your career interests in: u Criminal Justice Administration u Law Enforcement and Public Safety u Homeland Security u Investigative Forensics [ ] SAVE & Transfer up to 57 credits toward an associate degree, 117 credits toward a bachelor's degree and 15 credits toward a master s degree.
Associate in Science in Criminal Justice 60 CREDITS ARTS AND SCIENCES REQUIREMENTS u Written English Requirement u General Education Requirement Distribution Areas (27 credits minimum) Humanities ➀ 6 Social Sciences/History 6 Natural Sciences/Mathematics ➁ 6 u Additional Arts and Sciences Electives 9 TOTAL CREDITS FOR ARTS AND SCIENCES REQUIREMENTS 0 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS u Applied Professional Credits or Additional Arts and Sciences 29 u Information Literacy 1 TOTAL CREDITS FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 0 MAJOR COMPONENT REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED: 18 credits minimum with at least a 2.0 GPA u CORE REQUIREMENTS Introductory-level criminal justice survey course Introductory-level survey course in law enforcement Introductory-level survey course in corrections Introductory-level survey course in criminal justice administration or public policy administration Course in criminal procedure and evidence Capstone ➂ MINIMUM CREDITS FOR MAJOR COMPONENT REQUIREMENTS These credits will satisfy requirements in the Arts & Sciences and Additional Requirements components of your degree. 18 TOTAL DEGREE CREDITS REQUIRED 60 ➀ Two (2) credits are required in a course in ethics to meet the requirement. Three () credits are required in disciplines such as art, music, and philosophy. Refer to the general education section of the catalog for a detailed explanation of the Humanities requirement. ➁ A minimum of 2 credits must be in mathematics and 2 credits must be in the natural sciences. ➂ The Capstone course must be taken at Excelsior College and cannot be transferred in. excelsior.edu/cj
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice 120 CREDITS At least 0 CREDITS must be at the upper (advanced) level ARTS AND SCIENCES REQUIREMENTS u Written English Requirement 6 u General Education Requirement Distribution Areas (27 credits minimum) Humanities ➀ Social Sciences/History Natural Sciences/Mathematics ➁ u Additional Arts and Sciences Electives 27 TOTAL CREDITS FOR ARTS AND SCIENCES REQUIREMENTS At least 21 credits at the upper (advanced) level. 60 9 9 9 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS u Applied Professional Credits or Additional Arts and Sciences 59 u Information Literacy 1 TOTAL CREDITS FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS At least 9 credits at the upper (advanced) level. 60 MAJOR COMPONENT REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED: credits minimum with at least 18 credits at the upper/advanced level and a minimum 2.0 GPA u CORE REQUIREMENTS Introductory-level criminal justice survey course Introductory-level survey course in law enforcement Introductory-level survey course in criminal justice administration or public policy administration Theoretical course in criminology, victimology, or similar social theory addressing the etiology of crime and/or deviant behaviors Research Methods in Criminal Justice Capstone ➂ u CONCENTRATION OPTIONS u Criminal Justice Administration u Law Enforcement and Public Safety u Homeland Security u Non-concentration u Investigative Forensics MINIMUM CREDITS FOR MAJOR COMPONENT REQUIREMENTS Credits used to satisfy requirements in one area may simultaneously satisfy requirements in another area. TOTAL DEGREE CREDITS REQUIRED 120 ➀ Two (2) credits are required in a course in ethics to meet the requirement. Three () credits are required in disciplines such as art, music, and philosophy. Refer to the general education section of the catalog for a detailed explanation of the Humanities requirement. ➁ A minimum of 2 credits must be in mathematics and 2 credits must be in the natural sciences. ➂ The Capstone course must be taken at Excelsior College and cannot be transferred in.
Master of Science in Criminal Justice The Excelsior College Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ) is designed to equip you with the theoretical foundation and practical skills you will need to successfully and proficiently manage the growing and complex challenges in public safety. The rigorous curriculum will increase your ability to think creatively and employ innovation in problem solving. Ultimately, you will be prepared to clearly communicate and lead with confidence in times of crisis. This program affords you the opportunity to develop the attitudes and performance skills necessary to succeed as a leader in public safety. Our program offers: u A total of 10 courses (0 required credits), including the capstone u A generous transfer policy that lets you apply up to 15 credits to your program u An 18-credit core which provides a graduate-level foundation in criminal justice Three degree tracks: u Non-concentration u Homeland Security and Emergency Management u Justice Administration Working together, you and your academic advisor will select the track that best fits your career goals, based on an assessment of your current credits and experience. [ ] HAVE YOUR CREDITS DO DOUBLE DUTY. While you re enrolled in our bachelor s program, you can take graduate-level criminal justice courses, and then later apply up to 6 of these credits to your master s in criminal justice at Excelsior College. excelsior.edu/cj
Master of Science in Criminal Justice 0 CREDITS CORE COURSE COMPONENT MCJ 600 Criminology MCJ 610 Criminal Justice Theory and Policy MCJ 612 Quantitative Analysis for Criminal Justice MCJ 614 Research Methods in Criminal Justice MCJ 620 Constitutional Law MCJ 625 Legal and Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice TOTAL CREDITS FOR CORE COURSE REQUIREMENTS 18 CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT MCJ 900 Criminal Justice Capstone TOTAL CREDITS FOR CAPSTONE REQUIREMENT CONCENTRATION COMPONENT (Select one concentration from the following) u NON-CONCENTRATION (Choose of the following courses, for a total of 9 credits) MCJ 616 Corrections MCJ 618 Law Enforcement MCJ 622 Grant Writing MCJ 626 Overview of Justice Administration MCJ 60 Risk Assessment in Homeland Security MCJ 640 Crisis Management in a Public Forum MCJ 650 Terrorism and Counterterrorism MCJ 651 Overview: Homeland Security & Emergency Management MCJ 652 Mental Health Issues in Criminal Justice MCJ 660 Human Trafficking TOTAL CREDITS FOR NON-CONCENTRATION 9 u HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION MCJ 60 Risk Assessment in Homeland Security MCJ 650 Terrorism and Counter Terrorism MCJ 651 Overview: Homeland Security and Emergency Management TOTAL CREDITS FOR HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION 9 u JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION (Choose of the following courses, for a total of 9 credits) MCJ 611 Public Budgeting & Financial Management MCJ 622 Grant Writing MCJ 626 Overview of Justice Administration MCJ 628 Personnel Management in Criminal Justice MWB 620 Arbitration TOTAL CREDITS FOR JUSTICE ADMINISTRATION CONCENTRATION 9 TOTAL DEGREE CREDITS REQUIRED 0
Study with an accredited world leader. As a world leader in distance education, Excelsior College has helped more than 150,000 busy working adults earn their degrees since 1971. Our flexible, affordable, distance learning programs empower you to fit learning into your life in a way that lets you study whenever and wherever you choose. Enroll at any time with course terms that start 6 times a year and provide flexibility for working adults especially those working rotating shifts. You can also take pride in earning your degree from a college that is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. We make learning affordable. Whether you re an undergraduate or graduate student, Excelsior offers you a variety of financial aid options to help reduce your costs and budget your tuition more efficiently. u Federal financial aid u Flexible payment plans u Grants u Loans u Military benefits u New York State financial aid programs u Scholarships Make the most of credits you ve already earned. When you enroll in one of our criminal justice programs, you may recieve credit for: u Courses completed at Excelsior College and other approved colleges and universities u Academy training or other programs evaluated for college credit by ACE, the National College Credit Recommendation Service, or Excelsior College u ACE-recommended credit for military training u Credit-bearing exams such as UExcel, DSST, and CLEP At the undergraduate level, you can also use portfolio assessment to earn credit for college-level knowledge acquired through work, community, and volunteer experience. Enjoy resources and services including: u The Excelsior College Library, available to you online in collaboration with the Sheridan Libraries of The Johns Hopkins University u 24-hour technology assistance u Academic advising available to you by phone, email, fax, or message center u Your MyExcelsior account that provides access to a variety of online services u Online writing and tutoring services u The Excelsior College online bookstore u The MyExcelsior online community, where you can interact with students and staff You can even apply your law enforcement or corrections academy training toward your degree requirements if you attended one of several agencies that are part of the Criminal Justice Training Assessment (CJTA) program. excelsior.edu/cj
Do your career justice. Earn the degree you need to move up to the career you want. Call Admissions at 888-647-288, ext. 27 Visit excelsior.edu/cj We re not just a college; we re a community. Learn how Excelsior College students create their own path toward educational success and career advancement. Excelsior College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, telephone: 267-284-5000. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. All the College s academic programs are registered (i.e., approved) by the New York State Education Department. Excelsior College is a Title IV-eligible institution offering federal student aid to students who qualify in coursebased programs. Stand-alone exam-based options and certificate programs are not eligible. Excelsior College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race, gender, or sexual orientation in the educational programs and activities which it operates. Visit experience.excelsior.edu EX001; /16