Receive the foundational education required for transfer into a baccalaureate degree program in preparation for a career in criminal justice.

  • Academic Division: Behavioral Sciences and Law & Social Justice
  • Program Type: Associate of Science (A.S.)
  • Campus: Cumberland, Gloucester
  • Career Interest: Justice & Forensics
  • Time Commitment: Two-years
  • Special Categories: 3+1 Program
  • Financial Aid Eligible
  • Accreditation: MSCHE
  • CIP Code 43.0107

Program Learning Outcomes

This program provides an excellent foundation for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The program is structured to provide students with exploratory academic experiences in criminal justice.

  • Students who have completed the program should be able to:
  • Describe the criminal justice system
  • Explain crime and criminological theories
  • Explain crime sources, trends, and outcomes
  • Articulate criminological theories
  • Demonstrate current methods used for evidence collection and analysis

 

Criminal Justice AS

Enrollment Instructions

The 3+1 Program is an innovative partnership between Rowan College of South Jersey and Rowan University. This option allows students to save money by remaining at RCSJ to complete their junior year after earning an associate degree. Students then transfer to Rowan University to complete their senior year and graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Ready to start this program?

Summer sessions are still enrolling with sessions beginning June 22 and July 13.

Apply today!

Education Unique to Each Student

The support and guidance I have received from faculty, staff, and my fellow students has been nothing but astronomical. I’m so thankful for the knowledge and skills I have gained during my time at RCSJ.

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