Justice Studies - Criminal Justice

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  2. A.A.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
  3. B.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice

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Allied Barton
Bronx District Attorney
Covenant House
Edmin and Russell, LLP (Legal Counsel)
Empire Bailbonds
Fay Kaplun and Marcin, LLP (Legal Counsel)
Goodwill Industries
Heightened Security
Legal Aid Society
MG Security Services
New York City Criminal Justice Agency
New York Police Department (NYPD)
Passaic County Prosecutor's Office
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
U.S. Bail Bonds

Learn the skills to help make the world more secure.

Berkeley College’s programs in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice provide students with a comprehensive foundation for a variety of careers in this important field. Students take courses that focus both on the technological and management skills required in the administration of justice.

Benefit from:

  • A curriculum that examines the causes of crime, criminal law, the role of police, and forensic science
  • Practical job preparation
  • Exciting courses in specialized areas, such as Terrorism, Cyber Crime, Global Security, and Intelligence
  • The opportunity to analyze emerging issues and focus studies in a single area such as policing or security
  • Valuable, practical experience through program-related, faculty-monitored internships or job-related assignments
  • A seamless transition between Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees

Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
Associate in Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)

This program is offered online and at Brooklyn, New York City, White Plains, Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Woodland Park. All students matriculated in this degree program prior to Winter 2012 will have the opportunity to complete their degree at the location at which they are currently enrolled if that opportunity was available previously.

The following are A.A.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice program statistics for New Jersey in 2011-2012.

Click on the links for more information on jobs related to this program:

JUSTICE STUDIES: 21-1093 Social and Human Service Assistants, 21-1094 Community Health Workers, 21-1099 Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other, 23-2010 Paralegals and Legal Assistants, 23-2011 Paralegals and Legal Assistants, 23-2090 Miscellaneous Legal Support Workers, 23-2090 Miscellaneous Legal Support Workers, 23-2099 Legal Support Workers, All Other, 23-2099 Legal Support Workers, All Other, 33-1090 Miscellaneous First-Line Supervisors, Protective Service Workers, 33-1099 First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other, 33-3011 Bailiffs, 33-3040 Parking Enforcement Workers, 33-3041 Parking Enforcement Workers, 33-9020 Private Detectives and Investigators, 33-9032 Security Guards, 33-9090 Miscellaneous Protective Service Workers, 33-9092 Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service, 33-9093 Transportation Security Screeners

 

Q: How much will this program cost me to complete?
A: If you begin this program in 2013, your estimated total costs for the entire program are:

Tuition and fees:

$46,800


Books and supplies:

$1,910


On-campus room & board:

Not required


Q: What's included?
A:
The cost is based on completion of the program within two years for an Associate's degree (Note: Additional costs may be incurred due to individual circumstances such as specific course selections and remediation requirements). Berkeley College does offer a Tuition Freeze Program which may reduce overall tuition cost (click here for terms and conditions). Program costs include tuition and fees plus the estimated cost of textbooks and supplies. Living expenses, such as room, board, and transportation, can vary considerably and are not included in the figures above. Berkeley College does not require students to live on campus. There is optional housing available to students at either the University Center in Newark, NJ (which has an additional estimated cost of $15,300 for six quarters) or housing at the White Plains location (which has an additional estimated cost of $18,300 for six quarters).

Q: What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A:
In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 96% of graduates used loans to finance their education. For the 2011-2012 award year, the median debt for program graduates was:

Federal loans:

$16,321.00


Private educational loans:

$0


Institution Financing Plan:

$0


Q: How long will it take me to complete this program?
A:
This 90-credit program is designed to be completed in six academic quarters over two calendar years.

For the 2011-2012 award year, 77% of graduates from this program finished within this time.


 

Eligibility for some internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment opportunities in fields related to this program may require candidates to meet specific health requirements or pass criminal background checks prescribed by law. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in this program. Note that law enforcement jobs typically require the candidate to be physically and mentally fit and have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, no felony criminal record, no domestic violence charges (felony or misdemeanor), no loan/credit card defaults, and the ability to be licensed (via your agency or department) to carry a firearm. A selection process involving qualifying examination and/or supplementary training may also be required. Job requirements for non-sworn personnel in criminal justice and related agencies vary.

 

The following are A.A.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice program statistics for New York in 2011-2012.

Click on the links for more information on jobs related to this program:

JUSTICE STUDIES: 21-1093 Social and Human Service Assistants, 21-1094 Community Health Workers, 21-1099 Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other, 23-2010 Paralegals and Legal Assistants, 23-2011 Paralegals and Legal Assistants, 23-2090 Miscellaneous Legal Support Workers, 23-2090 Miscellaneous Legal Support Workers, 23-2099 Legal Support Workers, All Other, 23-2099 Legal Support Workers, All Other, 33-1090 Miscellaneous First-Line Supervisors, Protective Service Workers, 33-1099 First-Line Supervisors of Protective Service Workers, All Other, 33-3011 Bailiffs, 33-3040 Parking Enforcement Workers, 33-3041 Parking Enforcement Workers, 33-9020 Private Detectives and Investigators, 33-9032 Security Guards, 33-9090 Miscellaneous Protective Service Workers, 33-9092 Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service, 33-9093 Transportation Security Screeners

 

Q: How much will this program cost me to complete?
A: If you begin this program in 2013, your estimated total costs for the entire program are:

Tuition and fees:

$46,800


Books and supplies:

$1,910


On-campus room & board:

Not required


Q: What's included?
A:
The cost is based on completion of the program within two years for an Associate's degree (Note: Additional costs may be incurred due to individual circumstances such as specific course selections and remediation requirements). Berkeley College does offer a Tuition Freeze Program which may reduce overall tuition cost (click here for terms and conditions). Program costs include tuition and fees plus the estimated cost of textbooks and supplies. Living expenses, such as room, board, and transportation, can vary considerably and are not included in the figures above. Berkeley College does not require students to live on campus. There is optional housing available to students at either the University Center in Newark, NJ (which has an additional estimated cost of $15,300 for six quarters) or housing at the White Plains location (which has an additional estimated cost of $18,300 for six quarters).

Q: What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A:
In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 86% of graduates used loans to finance their education. For the 2011-2012 award year, the median debt for program graduates was:

Federal loans:

$20,655.00


Private educational loans:

$0


Institution Financing Plan:

$0


Q: How long will it take me to complete this program?
A:
This 90-credit program is designed to be completed in six academic quarters over two calendar years.

For the 2011-2012 award year, 73% of graduates from this program finished within this time.


 

Eligibility for some internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment opportunities in fields related to this program may require candidates to meet specific health requirements or pass criminal background checks prescribed by law. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in this program. Note that law enforcement jobs typically require the candidate to be physically and mentally fit and have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, no felony criminal record, no domestic violence charges (felony or misdemeanor), no loan/credit card defaults, and the ability to be licensed (via your agency or department) to carry a firearm. A selection process involving qualifying examination and/or supplementary training may also be required. Job requirements for non-sworn personnel in criminal justice and related agencies vary.

 


Justice Studies - Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)

This program is offered online and at Brooklyn, New York City, White Plains, Newark, Paramus, Woodbridge, and Woodland Park. This program is expected to be offered at Dover beginning in 2013, subject to regulatory approval and other circumstances*. All students matriculated in this degree program prior to Winter 2012 will have the opportunity to complete their degree at the location at which they are currently enrolled if that opportunity was available previously.

*The opening of the Dover location is planned for 2013, subject to regulatory approval.

The following are B.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice program statistics for New Jersey in 2011-2012.

Click on the links for more information on jobs related to this program:

JUSTICE STUDIES: 11-9199 Regulatory Affairs Managers,Compliance Managers,Investment Fund Managers,Security Managers and Loss Prevention Managers,25-1111 Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary,33-1012 First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

 

Q: How much will this program cost me to complete?
A: If you begin this program in 2013, your estimated total costs for the entire program are:

Tuition and fees:

$96,000


Books and supplies:

$3,820


On-campus room & board:

Not required


Q: What's included?
A:
The cost is based on completion of the program within four years for a Bachelor's degree (Note: Additional costs may be incurred due to individual circumstances such as specific course selections and remediation requirements). Berkeley College does offer a Tuition Freeze Program which may reduce overall tuition cost (click here for terms and conditions). Program costs include tuition and fees plus the estimated cost of textbooks and supplies. Living expenses, such as room, board, and transportation, can vary considerably and are not included in the figures above. Berkeley College does not require students to live on campus. There is optional housing available to students at either the University Centre in Newark, NJ (which has an additional estimated cost of $31,800 for 12 quarters) or housing at the White Plains location (which has an additional estimated cost of $37,800 for 12 quarters).

Q: What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A:
In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 97% of graduates used loans to finance their education. For the 2011-2012 award year, the median debt for program graduates was:

Federal loans:

$30,798.00


Private educational loans:

$0


Institution Financing Plan:

$0


Q: How long will it take me to complete this program?
A:
This 180-credit program is designed to be completed in 12 academic quarters over four calendar years.

For the 2011-2012 award year, 83% of graduates from this program finished within this time.


 

Eligibility for some internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment opportunities in fields related to this program may require candidates to meet specific health requirements or pass criminal background checks prescribed by law. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in this program. Note that law enforcement jobs typically require the candidate to be physically and mentally fit and have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, no felony criminal record, no domestic violence charges (felony or misdemeanor), no loan/credit card defaults, and the ability to be licensed (via your agency or department) to carry a firearm. A selection process involving qualifying examination and/or supplementary training may also be required. Job requirements for non-sworn personnel in criminal justice and related agencies vary.

 

The following are B.S., Justice Studies - Criminal Justice program statistics for New York in 2011-2012.

Click on the links for more information on jobs related to this program:

JUSTICE STUDIES: 11-9199 Regulatory Affairs Managers,Compliance Managers,Investment Fund Managers,Security Managers and Loss Prevention Managers,25-1111 Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary,33-1012 First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

 

Q: How much will this program cost me to complete?
A: If you begin this program in 2013, your estimated total costs for the entire program are:

Tuition and fees:

$96,000


Books and supplies:

$3,820


On-campus room & board:

Not required


Q: What's included?
A:
The cost is based on completion of the program within four years for a Bachelor's degree (Note: Additional costs may be incurred due to individual circumstances such as specific course selections and remediation requirements). Berkeley College does offer a Tuition Freeze Program which may reduce overall tuition cost (click here for terms and conditions). Program costs include tuition and fees plus the estimated cost of textbooks and supplies. Living expenses, such as room, board, and transportation, can vary considerably and are not included in the figures above. Berkeley College does not require students to live on campus. There is optional housing available to students at either the University Centre in Newark, NJ (which has an additional estimated cost of $31,800 for 12 quarters) or housing at the White Plains location (which has an additional estimated cost of $37,800 for 12 quarters).

Q: What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A:
In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 95% of graduates used loans to finance their education. For the 2011-2012 award year, the median debt for program graduates was:

Federal loans:

$28,491.99


Private educational loans:

$0


Institution Financing Plan:

$0


Q: How long will it take me to complete this program?
A:
This 180-credit program is designed to be completed in 12 academic quarters over four calendar years.

For the 2011-2012 award year, 98% of graduates from this program finished within this time.


 

Eligibility for some internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment opportunities in fields related to this program may require candidates to meet specific health requirements or pass criminal background checks prescribed by law. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in this program. Note that law enforcement jobs typically require the candidate to be physically and mentally fit and have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, no felony criminal record, no domestic violence charges (felony or misdemeanor), no loan/credit card defaults, and the ability to be licensed (via your agency or department) to carry a firearm. A selection process involving qualifying examination and/or supplementary training may also be required. Job requirements for non-sworn personnel in criminal justice and related agencies vary.