Discover the inner workings and broad scope of the American criminal justice system with the Southern New Hampshire University Associate of Science in Justice Studies.
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Overview
Unlike programs that focus on only one aspect of the justice model, such as law enforcement, SNHU's justice studies major provides an overview of the entire justice system.
See Yourself Succeed in Justice Studies
Students may complete the associate degree program in the traditional two years or through an accelerated schedule, which includes an internship. In addition, students may continue on with the BS or MS in Justice Studies, allowing students to advance both their education and employment opportunities.
As a private, nonprofit university, SNHU has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed.
Internships & Outcomes
Graduates will find a healthy job outlook in the justice studies industry. Law enforcement positions are expected to hold relatively steady through 2024, according to both the Occupational Employment Network and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Justice Studies graduates at Southern New Hampshire University have a wealth of career opportunities in:
- Law
- Business Security
- Police and Law Enforcement
- Federal Service Agencies
- Terrorism Prevention
- Court Administration
- Corrections
- Dispute Resolution
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity Full-time
- Full-time duration 24 months
- Credits 60 alternative credits
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
- More information Go to the programme website
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Public Speaking
- College Composition
- Sophomore Seminar
- Introduction to Information Technology
- Introduction to Security
- Criminal Law
English Language Requirements
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: 2.5
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
All transcripts submitted must be official or attested copies of degrees, diplomas, or certificates. Academic documents must include an official transcript with record of courses and grades/marks received. Transcripts should be issued by the institution in a sealed and stamped envelope.
Tuition Fee
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30756 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 30756 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Manchester
- 990 - 1790 USD/monthLiving Costs
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Funding
International Merit Scholarship: As part of the commitment to international students and their academic achievement, Southern New Hampshire University offers merit-based scholarships to international students who are applying for admission to SNHU.
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