Four-year Combined BS/MBA Option
Justice Studies - Criminal Justice

120 SEMESTER CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION

NOTE: Nine credits of Justice Studies Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. 15 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. 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.

36 GRADUATE CREDITS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION

Prospective students who meet the following criteria may be eligible for the program: A cumulative GPA of at least 3.50, full-time enrollment, and successful completion (B or better) of all required courses in the student’s undergraduate major.

NOTE: Every other degree combination includes the same graduate level course taken during the final year as an elective.