Portland State University
Criminology/Criminal Justice 2008-2009
- Degree
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Required Courses
| University Requirement | PCC Equivalent | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AJ 200 Criminology & Criminal Justice | CJA 100 Intro. to Professions in Criminal Justice & CJA 112 Intro. to Criminal Justice System-Courts PSU will grant a max of 4 credits toward AJ 200 - the remaining 2 credits will go toward electives. |
6 |
| AJ 230 Policing in America | CJA 111 Intro. to Criminal Justice System- Police | 3 |
| AJ 240 Punishment & Corrections | CJA 260 Intro. to Correctional Institutions | 3 |
| AJ Elective credits that can be taken at the 100-200 level - 8 credits | AJ Elective credits that can be taken at the 100-200 level | 8 |
Notes
Basic computer skills or CS 105 at PSU is the prerequisite for AJ 340, a required course.
This program was previously called Administration of Justice. In addition to a name change, PSU has made major changes to their Criminology/Criminal Justice curriculum in 2004. If you are a continuing student who started under the old requirements, we strongly urge you to meet with both a PCC advisor and a Criminology Advisor at PSU to work out the best transfer plan for you. Students who completed courses at PCC or PSU prior to Fall 2004, may be eligible to graduate under the old Administration of Justice Degree Requirements. Please check with an advisor to see if this is a good plan for you and whether you qualify.
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Applications for admission to Portland State University's Criminology and Criminal Justice program are accepted four times annually. To be eligible for admission into Portland State University's Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice program, applicants must meet the following qualifications:
- 60 quarter credit hours of transferrable work
- Have a minimum 2.25 GPA
- Submit a Portland State University application
- Submit official Transcripts from all institutions attended
- Pay a $50 application fee
Your first step is to call 1-866-225-7127 to speak with one of our Enrollment Advisors. With their help, you will get answers to all your questions and they will guide you through the criminal justice school application process so you can begin the road to earning your Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Current Tuition & Fees (*Tuition and fees are determined annually and are subject to change.) |
|
Distance Learning Technology Fee |
$33/credit hour |
Tuition |
$210/credit hour |
The Division of Criminology and Criminal Justice is designed for students who are interested in studying the causes, prevention, and control of criminal activity. The division's curriculum provides students with a broad base of knowledge about crime, criminals, victims, and the criminal justice system. This includes coverage of theories, programs and research on crime prevention, policing, courts, and corrections within the context of sustainable communities. Examination of these issues occurs at individual, community, and societal levels. Moreover, the curriculum is designed to foster student skills in critical reasoning, problem solving, and written and oral communication.
Criminology and criminal justice is an interdisciplinary major, a fact demonstrated by the diverse backgrounds of our full-time and adjunct faculty. Students graduating from our program have a wide range of choices when they look for employment or post-graduate education. Our graduates work in local and federal law enforcement, in corrections (probation and parole, correctional administration), in human services (offender counseling, victim assistance), and in fields like security and investigation within the business community. Graduates from our program also go on to pursue advanced degrees in such areas as law, criminal justice, psychology, social work, public administration, and urban planning.
PCC endeavors to create accurate transfer guides for students; however, requirements may change without notice. Students are responsible for working with PCC advisors and their transfer institution to ensure that their academic plan will meet requirements and timelines.
Last updated: June, 2008