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Justice Studies, Associate Degree

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration

About

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

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    60 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Public Speaking
  • College Composition
  • Sophomore Seminar
  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • Introduction to Security
  • Criminal Law

English Language Requirements

You only need to take one of these language tests:

  • Minimum required score:

    71

    The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120. Read more about TOEFL iBT ®.

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  • Minimum required score:

    6

    The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.

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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

  • International

    30756 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 30756 USD per year and a duration of 24 months.

  • National

    30756 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based 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/month
    Living Costs

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

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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