Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A. Course Objective:
Graduates with a criminology and criminal justice degree can choose careers in law enforcement, corrections, the courts and criminal justice case management. The law enforcement public sector encompasses multiple careers including criminologists, police officers and detectives, probation and parole officers, court administration and criminal psychologists. With this degree, you can also choose from a variety of relevant occupations in the public or private sector.
Description:
Criminology is the interdisciplinary study of delinquent or deviant behavior. This social science analyzes the where, how and why of criminal behavior and the impact it has on society. The focus of this study is to determine what led an individual to commit a crime. Criminal justice relates to the individuals who investigate these crimes and bring criminals to trial. It also relates to those who monitor inmates within correctional facilities and those who supervise individuals released to pretrial services, probation, parole and community supervision.
Competencies to be achieved:
As a student in this program, you can expect to gain competencies in three core areas of criminology and criminal justice:
● The causes of crime.
● The consequences of crime.
● The role of criminal justice agencies in managing crime.
You’ll learn to conduct appropriate research, develop theories, investigate crime scenes and compose reports. You’ll also have the opportunity to study behavioral science, psychology and logic.
Courses:
● CRJ 100: Introduction to Criminal Justice (SB)
● CRJ 201: Criminal Justice Crime Control Policies and Practices
● CRJ 203: Courts and Sentencing and CRJ 230: Introduction to Policing and CRJ 240: Introduction to Corrections
● CRJ 302: Research Methods (L)
● CRJ 303: Statistical Analysis (CS)
● CRJ 305: Gender, Crime, and Criminal Justice (C) or CRJ 306: Race, Ethnicity, Crime, and Criminal Justice (C)
● CRJ 309: Criminology (SB)

B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
● Base Tuition: $11,304 (12 credit hours/semester for a range of degree programs)
● Fees: $562
● Total Program Cost for one year: $11,866
● Expected funding (from other sources; not WIOA) for one year: $9,655 (full Pell Grant)-$5,958 (partial Pell Grant)
● Total Program Cost After Expected Funding for one year: $2,211 (full Pell Grant)-$5,908 (partial Pell Grant)

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Each course has its own list of required textbooks that is provided to the student in the course syllabus. For additional information, please contact the Sun Devil Bookstore. Phone: (480) 965-3191. Email: sundevil@bkstr.com.

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Basic supplies required for all ASU online students include:
● Access to computer or laptop – A one-time cost of $700 on average if student would like a personal computer/laptop.
● Internet Access – An average monthly cost of $50.
● Internet Browser - Free
● My ASU - Included in tuition.
● Canvas - Included in tuition.
● Duo two-factor authentication - Included in tuition.
● Google Drive - Included in tuition.
● Zoom - Free
● Adobe Acrobat Reader - Free

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Natasha Morrison
Email: n.morrison@asu.edu
Phone number: 503-329-7956

F. Direct Website link to the program:
https://asuonline.asu.edu/online-degree-programs/undergraduate/bachelor-science-criminology-and-criminal-justice/

G. Additional information:
● Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Applicants who apply for a law enforcement position with CBP are required to undergo a Tier V background investigation. Some issues that may result in an unfavorable suitability determination include: financial irresponsibility; poor credit history; drug/alcohol abuse; arrest history; misconduct in prior employment; association with individuals involved in illegal activities such as drug use and drug trafficking; and demonstrated lack of honesty/integrity in providing complete and comprehensive information about current/past behavior which may be unfavorable.
● Other requirements needed: Applicants who apply for a law enforcement position with CBP must pass the Border Patrol Agent Entrance Examination administered by US Customs and Border Protection.

H. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
● Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: A bachelor’s degree is a federally recognized credential.
● Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Customs and Border Protection Officer
● Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. Arizona State University’s undergraduate programs are widely recognized and accepted by other educational institutions and employing companies.
● Accredited Curriculum: (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: N/A

I. Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.
ASU Yuma Local is only 1.5 years old – the program is not yet old enough to have produced graduates. There are currently 14 students enrolled in the Criminology bachelor’s program at ASU Local.

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