Program Overview

Criminal Justice Syracuse Campus

Overview

The criminal justice completion degree program at SUNY Oswego's Syracuse campus is designed for transfer and returning students. The program emphasizes social and behavioral sciences combined with specialized in-depth research and study in your area of interest.

Curriculum

Because the Syracuse program is a completion degree for transfer students, we highly recommend working with an academic planning coordinator before you apply. Our coordinators will help you determine if you have appropriate credits for our criminal justice program so you will be successful.

Outcomes

• Enhanced skills in oral and written communication, analytical ability, critical thinking, computer and information literacy, and self-directed learning
• Ability to relate theory to the practices, policies and processes of the systems in criminal justice
• Broad understanding of the policies and processes of the systems and institutions in the criminal justice field and the social problems criminal justice institutions are intended to solve
• Ability to examine various social problems from both historical and contemporary perspectives and the role of criminal justice institutions in dealing with such social problems

Career Opportunities

• Law
• Law enforcement
• Court administration
• Social work
• Institutional corrections
• Child welfare
• Private security
• Mediation

Program Resources

• Dedicated Support Every Step of the Way!
• Academic Planning Coordinators (APCs) specialize in helping online students meet degree requirements. Whether you're a first-year or transfer student, APCs provide personalized guidance to streamline your academic journey. They'll connect you with resources and ensure a successful online learning experience at SUNY Oswego.

Application Requirements

• Transfer credits: Students must have an associate degree in business or approximately 60 equivalent credits in business
• Transfer GPA: Transfer students must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.3
• Transcripts: Transfer applicants must submit an official transcript from each college or university previously attended
• Applicants with a gap in their educational history are required to complete the Transfer Application Supplement.

Tuition and Costs

Our college education is affordable, see our in-state and out-of-state tuition and costs.

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