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Travis Putman
Alumnus
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
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ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Our Associate in Arts in Criminal Justice* program allows you to broaden your understanding of the political, cultural,
and economic factors that shape our world. At Strayer University, we’ll provide you with vital skills needed for a successful
criminal justice career, whether you are already working in or are looking to enter the field. Develop communication,
critical thinking, and core competencies. Explore criminal theory, law, and ethics. Examine how law enforcement, the
courts, and the corrections sector prevent and respond to adult and juvenile crime. To be successful in careers that
advance society, you need the right start. Get going on your future.
The AACJ curriculum aligns with recommended content areas for academic degree programs as outlined by the
Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS): www.acjs.org.
(Note: Strayer University’s CJ programs have not been submitted to be reviewed for certification by the ACJS.)
*Graduates of the Associate in Arts in Criminal Justice program may apply all the credits earned toward a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at Strayer University.
KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Explain social and behavioral causes of adult and juvenile social
and cyber crimes, and the impact on society.
Identify operational components of the criminal justice system
at the federal, state, and local levels.
Develop ethical decision-making abilities that support laws, policies,
procedures, and integrity within the criminal justice system.
Effectively use oral and written communication skills to convey
information, manage conflict, and resolve issues within the
criminal justice system.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION
Do Strayer University criminal justice programs qualify me
to become a police officer, Homeland Security employee, or
federal agent?
Strayer University’s criminal justice program by itself does
not guarantee employment in any criminal justice field. Many
criminal justice employers take into account the following
criteria when determining eligibility for employment: U.S.
citizenship, state residency, criminal background, physical
and psychological health, age, and prior military experience.
Students should consult their employer of interest for
appropriate hiring standards prior to beginning the program.
For more information, please also visit: http://www.strayer.edu/
academic-programs/licensed-careers.
COURSE OF STUDY
Associate in Arts in Criminal Justice
Area I-Core Component
BUS
CIS
CRJ
ENG
MAT
100
105
100
115
104
Introduction to Business
Introduction to Information Systems
Introduction to Criminal Justice
English Composition
Algebra with Applications
Area II-Major Component CIS
CRJ
CRJ
CRJ
CRJ
LEG
PSY
SOC
170
105
180
220
330
320
110
205
215
111
100
105
110 115
100
36.0 Credit Hours
Information Technology in Criminal Justice
Crime and Criminal Behavior
Juvenile Delinquency and Justice
Ethics and Leadership in Criminal Justice
Comparative Criminal Justice
Criminal Law
Social Psychology
Society, Law and Government
Area III-General Education Component
ENG
HUM
PSY
PSY
SCI
SCI
SOC
22.5 Credit Hours
22.5 Credit Hours
Research and Writing
World Cultures I
Psychology of Adjustment OR
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Physical Science OR
Introduction to Biology
Introduction to Sociology
Area IV-Elective Component
9.0 Credit Hours
These courses are selected in consultation with the Academic Advisor.
Minimum Total Quarter Hours Required
for Completion
90.0
All courses are 4.5 credits.
Accreditations and Approvals
STRAYER UNIVERSITY IS ACCREDITED
BY THE MIDDLE STATES COMMISSION
ON HIGHER EDUCATION an institutional
accrediting agency recognized by the U.S.
Secretary of Education and the Council for
Higher Education. Middle States Commission on Higher Education,
3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. (267-284-5000)
Programs and concentrations vary by state. For more information about what is
available in your state, contact an Admissions Representative.
ON CAMPUS,
ONLINE,
ON YOUR SCHEDULE.
For a 120-year-old university, we’re pretty forward-thinking.
With 100 campuses spread across 25 states, we’re just about
anywhere you look. And we offer convenient class times to fit
your busy life – including evenings and weekends. You can even
jump on your laptop or access Strayer’s mobile app, to participate
in online classes wherever you are.
Whether you prefer learning online, on campus, or even both,
a Strayer education prepares you for the future by allowing you
to earn your degree on your schedule.
Go to strayer.edu to find a convenient
campus location near you.
RESOURCES AND SUPPORT? CHECK.
Just like pursuing higher education, finding a job can often require hours of preparation
and research – and a little support can go a long way. Our University Career Center (UCC)
offers a number of proven and go to market resources designed to boost your career
needs and professional development, while our Career Builder Elite can help give you
an edge over the competition. No matter what your career path is, we’re here to help
every step of the way.
With free Microsoft software and discounted HP hardware,
you’ll be able to save hundreds of dollars using Strayer’s Tech Pack.
Strayer’s convenient mobile app allows you to participate in classes, find a campus,
connect in social media, get help and more. It’s available for Apple and Android,
and a must-have for any Strayer student.
Program availability varies by state and campus. Please visit www.strayer.edu for program availability. For disclosures regarding Strayer University’s academic programs, please go to www.strayer.edu/academic-program-information. Students may be
required to take courses in an online format in order to complete a degree program. In Ohio, Associate of Arts degree programs are called Associate of Applied Business. Transfer of Course/Degree Credit to Other Institutions in Arkansas: The student should
be aware that these degree programs may not transfer. The transfer of course/degree credit is determined by the receiving institution. Certified to operate by SCHEV. Ohio registration numbers: 08-09-1877B, 08-09-1878B, 08-09-1879B, 08-09-1880B, 0905-1898T 10-05-1934B, 10-05-1933B. Strayer University is regulated by the Indiana Commission on Higher Education, 402 W. Washington Street, Room W462, Indianapolis, IN 46204. (317) 464-4400. For licensure and certification information, please go to
https://icampus.strayer.edu/student-services/student-consumer-information/licensed-careers. Strayer University is authorized for operation by the Illinois Board of Higher Education, 431 East Adams, 2nd Floor, Springfield, IL 62701-1404, info@ibhe.org.
GET A BETTER IDEA OF WHAT’S AHEAD.
You already know your goals, but may need a better idea of how much it could cost to reach them. These charts are designed
to provide you with a general overview of tuition, and the amount of time it could take to earn your degree. Since every Strayer
student brings their own unique experience, your costs and time to completion can vary depending on things like transferable
credits, loans, grants, scholarships, even life experience. For a clearer breakdown of your Strayer education, start by reviewing
the charts below. Then begin your Personal Education Plan for a more in-depth look.
IF YOU ARE:
NUMBER OF CLASSES
TIME TO GRADUATE
Full-time
3 or more classes per quarter
1.75 years or fewer
Part-time
2 or fewer classes per quarter
2.5 years or more
The times to graduate assume that students are enrolled in consecutive quarters. Transfer of college credit, challenge
exams, and other individual circumstances may allow you to complete your degree sooner. Students study at their own
pace and on their own schedule. Normal time for program completion is 3.5 years.
YOU’RE ALREADY QUALIFIED
TO LEARN. YOU MAY QUALIFY
TO SAVE.
There are many ways to cut the cost
on a premium education.
• Federal or private loans
• Grants
• Tuition assistance from your employer
COURSES
REQUIRED
20
TRANSFER CREDITS
ACCEPTED
YES
QUARTER LENGTH
COURSE COST
11 WEEKS
Full time – $1,700
Part time – $1,775
• Military tuition assistance
• Scholarships
*Textbooks and supplies are not included in the tuition rate and must be purchased by the student. You should allow
approximately $150 per course for textbooks and supplies. Does not include the application fee of $50 or the
technology fee of $45. In Tennessee, tuition for full-time undergraduate studets is $1775 per course.
IT ONLY TAKES A FEW MINUTES
TO PLAN YOUR FUTURE.
At Strayer, we understand the thought of pursuing a higher
education can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created the
Personal Education Plan – a step-by-step planner that helps to
provide the estimates and answers to everything you want
to know, instantly. Strayer’s Personal Education Plan will even
answer your questions about tuition, scheduling, graduation dates,
and the most important question of all – “When do I start?”
EARNING YOUR DEGREE IS CHALLENGING.
PLANNING FOR IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE.
BUILD YOUR PERSONAL EDUCATION PLAN TODAY.
Visit STRAYER.EDU to build your education plan
On-Time Graduation Rate: 100% of our students who graduated from this
program between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012, did so within 3.5 years.
Program Costs: Cost information for Strayer University programs is available at
www.strayer.edu/tuition-and-fees. The tuition and fees for the entire program, at
current part-time tuition rates, are $36,500, and at current full-time tuition rates, are
$34,600. The tuition and fees for the entire program for all Tennessee students are
$36,500. The total estimated cost for books and supplies for the entire program is
$3,000. Strayer University does not offer on-campus housing.
Median Loan Debt: For all students completing this program between July 1, 2011
and June 30, 2012, the median cumulative loan debt for each of the following are:
Federal student loans: $27,500
Private loans: $0
Institutional finance loans: $0
Occupations: The following U.S. Department of Labor Standard Occupational
Classification (SOC) Codes and occupational titles are disclosed pursuant to U.S.
Department of Education regulations, and correspond to the U.S. Department of
Education Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code for this program.
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary 25-1111.00;
Program Length: Strayer University students are mostly working adults who earn
their degrees at their own pace and on their own schedule. Most students attend
part-time, and the normal time to complete this program is 3.5 years.
Bailiffs 33-3011.00; Police Detectives 33-3021.01; Police Identification and
Records Officers 33-3021.02; Criminal Investigators and Special Agents 333021.03; Immigration and Customs Inspectors 33-3021.05; Police and Sheriff’s
Patrol Officers 33-3051.00; Police Patrol Officers 33-3051.01; Sheriffs and Deputy
Sheriffs 33-3051.03; Private Detectives and Investigators 33-9021.00. For more
information, please visit: http://online.onetcenter.org/crosswalk