Administration of Justice AS-T
What can I do with this?
We are now offering associate degrees for transfer to the CSU. This provides a clear
pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree. This AS-T degree guarantees admission
with junior standing somewhere in the CSU system and gives priority admission consideration
to your local CSU campus or to a program that is deemed similar to your community
college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or campuses.
More information on the Degree with a Guarantee Program.
The Administration of Justice Degree for Transfer
- Guarantees acceptance to the CSU system
- Prepares students for transfer to complete work for a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or economic crime investigation
- Enables students to study other academic disciplines, such as
- political science
- sociology
- public administration
- Is appropriate for students considering law school as well as certain careers in law enforcement
Current and prospective community college students are encouraged to meet with a counselor to review their options for transfer and to develop an educational plan that best meets their goals and needs.
What will I learn?
- To describe the individual functions and integrations of the components of the criminal justice system: police, courts, and corrections.
- To use legal research skills to locate, analyze, and discuss the content of statutory and case law.
- To examine criminal justice and/or social science data and explain their significance.
- To explain the underlying causes of antisocial and criminal behavior.
- To apply constitutional principles to the practice of criminal justice.
- To articulate, either orally or in writing, concepts or theories applicable to the criminal justice system.
What courses do I take?
Note: Some courses within the major may have a required prerequisite. If you feel you have equivalent knowledge and skills to those included in the prerequisite course through professional experience, licensure, or certification, you have the opportunity to submit a Prerequisite Challenge to be reviewed by the faculty chair. For the Prerequisite Challenge to be considered, you must submit documentation/verification to substantiate the basis for the challenge. Please consult a counselor for more information regarding Prerequisite Challenge.
Area A: Complete the following courses:
Area B: Select at least 6 units from the following courses:
Area C: Select at least 6 units from the following courses:
General Ed Requirements
Complete one of the following general education patterns:
Program Pathways
All classes needed for this degree are available at the following campuses: CC Online Ridgecrest / IWV
Additionally, some of the general education courses needed to complete this major are available at all our locations.
See Counseling for specific help with enrolling and completing this major.
How can I afford it?
This degree requires 60.0 units and will likely take 4 semesters.
Approximate Total Costs
CA Residents
60.0 units
at $46 per unit
Equals $2,760 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $3,600* for books and supplies
Total cost $6,360 for 4 semesters
Non-residents
60.0 units
at $375 per unit
Equals $22,500 in tuition and fees
Plus approximately $3,600* for books and supplies
Total cost $26,100 for 4 semesters
*This is an estimate. Actual costs will vary.
Need help? Financial Aid can help with fee waivers and scholarships and other aid. Make sure to fill out your FAFSA every January.
