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This program is a broad discipline, encompassing the scientific study of crime, criminals, the criminal justice system, treatment of offenders, and theories of crime causation. It is interdisciplinary in nature, drawing from such fields as psychology, political science, sociology, economics, biology and law. Students are encouraged to participate in the criminal justice. Those interested in transferring to a university should consider this degree because it also satisfies the requirements of the Associate in Arts. Students should contact a criminal justice advisor in order to create a customized program of study. Many criminal justice students continue their academic careers; some others seek employment with a variety of criminal justice agencies; other students are returning law enforcement officers updating their skills and education.
Average number of students who completed each year
15
Gender
Male
43%
Female
57%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
11%
Black or African American
8%
Hispanic
23%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
51%
Multi-racial
6%
Other
1%
Age
Under 20
15%
20 to 29
56%
30 to 39
16%
40 to 49
9%
50 and over
4%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
20%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
59%
Some college experience, but no degree
14%
Certificate or AA
4%
BA or higher
3%
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