2018-2019 College Catalog 
    
    Apr 25, 2024  
2018-2019 College Catalog [Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]

Criminal Justice, AAS


This program is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in criminal justice. A high percentage of criminal justice students obtain jobs in the field both while they are pursuing their degree and after completion of the program. The degree also serves as a solid base from which to pursue a four-year degree and law school. 

NPC Criminal Justice Graduation Requirement
A cumulative average of C (2.0) is required for graduation for all NPC programs. In addition, in order to graduate with any Criminal Justice degree or certificate, all Criminal Justice courses (CRJ-XXXX) must be passed with a grade of “C” or better.

General Education Core - 27 Credit Hours


60 Credit Hours Total


See your NPC Academic or Faculty Advisor for degree and graduation information.

Purpose of AAS Degree


The Associate of Applied Science Degree is designed for employment purposes, and it should not be assumed that the degree or the courses in the degree can be transferred to another institution. While some institutions do accept some courses in AAS Programs, the general rule is that courses in AAS. Degrees are not accepted in transfer toward bachelor’s degrees. Students to whom transfer is important should get assurances in writing in advance from the institution to which they wish to transfer.