Overview

The program expands upon the core knowledge and skills attained by students in the Associate in Science Degree in Criminal Justice.

The Criminal Justice program of New England Institute of Technology exposes students to a more rigorous study of Criminal Justice topics like Case Studies in Criminal Forensics, Domestic & Family Law Issues, Integration of Criminal Law & Criminal Procedure, and Contemporary Issues in Corrections. Students are also provided with the opportunity to choose classes that focus on Digital Forensics or more traditional Criminal Justice topics in designated terms.

Students are exposed to various specialized disciplines in criminal justice such as domestic terrorism, ethics, financial and white-collar crimes, corporate and private security, and administrative issues. Students will also study police operations, including traffic enforcement, report writing, use of force issues, critical incident tactics and advanced investigation techniques.

Program Outcomes:

Graduates will be able to:

Assess the relevancy and use of various advanced forensic investigation processes and their impact on criminal and civil cases.

Assess and employ analytical and report writing skills through use of software used in the profession.

Expand individual insights by studying points of view that differ from their own and that may differ from the view most dominant in their culture and recognize that there is relevance in the viewpoints of other cultures and peoples.

Design a project based in the field of corrections that examines criminal justice philosophies and community issues in order to have effective implementation.

Analyze and apply legal decisions, particularly those pertaining to the United States Constitution, that are applicable to current trends in criminal justice.

Research and critique operational policies relevant to the criminal justice profession identifying areas in need of revision and make recommendations for improvement.

Challenge the student to investigate and assess a demanding mock crime scene in several segments and make real time decisions that may impact on the outcome of their investigation, and complete a comprehensive report and presentation to a panel of criminal justice professionals.

Career Possibilities

Police Officer

Crime Scene Investigator

U.S. Marshall

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Evidence and the Law

Case Studies in Criminal Forensics

Domestic and Family Law Issues

Criminal Justice and the Media

Integration of Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure

Contemporary Issues in Corrections

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00

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More details

New England Institute of Technology is a rolling admissions school.

Language

English

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Credits

98 alternative credits

Total Quarter Credit Hours = 98-99

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Criminal Justice View 796 other Bachelors in Criminal Justice in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit your application through the Common Application or through NEIT’s application portal.
Secondary school (high school) transcript(s); if the transcript is not in English, the applicant must also submit a translated copy.
English Proficiency.

Applicants are also highly encouraged, though not required, to submit the following:

2-3 Letters of Recommendation from teachers, employers, coaches, mentors, etc. who know both your academic abilities and personality
A 300-500 word open-topic essay

Tuition Fee

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International

34875 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34875 USD per year during 18 months.
National

34875 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34875 USD per year during 18 months.
In-State

34875 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34875 USD per year during 18 months.

650 USD per credit for online option

Living costs for East Greenwich

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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