Western Oregon University
Criminal Justice 2011-2012
- Degree
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
Available online or on campus
Required Courses for Criminal Justice
| University Requirement | PCC Equivalent | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CJ 213 Introduction to Criminal Justice | CJA 111 Introduction to Criminal Justice System, Police | 3 |
| WR 135 English Composition | WR 121 & 122 English Composition | 8 |
24 credits of Criminal Justice Electives CJ elective courses and/or any Social Science or Writing courses |
CJA and/or any ATH, EC, GEO, HST, PS, PSY, SOC, or WR | 24 |
Notes
All students must complete the WOU Admissions Application form prior to taking any WOU online courses. Students must also complete the Criminal Justice Program Application, which is due before a student begins their third term of courses. Applications are accepted year-round.
Students applying to the program must satisfy the following:
- Hold an A.A. or A.S. degree from an accredited institution - OR-
- Have completed 90 quarter credit hours (60 semester hours)
- Have completed WR 135 College Writing (or equivalent) and received a "B" or above
- Have a 2.67 GPA on previous coursework
If you do not meet all of these requirements, you may petition for a waiver. The petition must be made in writing and explain why you believe you should not be held to the above standards.
Students will also select at least 24 credits of electives to apply toward their major. Areas of concentration may also be selected with the help of an advisor.
In addition to the departmental requirements listed above, students must also complete coursework for university admission, coursework to satisfy WOU's Liberal Arts Core Curriculum, cultural diversity requirement, writing intensive requirement, and graduation requirements outlined for the BS or BA. Meet with a PCC Academic Advisor to develop an effective transfer plan that will meet your individual needs.
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: November 2011