Bachelor of Science Degree (BS)
Legal Studies

120 SEMESTER CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION

NOTE: Nine credits of Legal Studies Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. 15 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. * LAW2000 can be taken in any semester directly prior to LAW4483Students must achieve a grade of C or better in both ENG1105 and ENG2205 to remain in the program. 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 Associate 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.

Under certain circumstances the need to take developmental College Skills courses may lengthen the time required to complete the student’s program, and may result in increased costs to a student.

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