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JJC 3+1 Criminal Justice Degree Program

Joliet Junior College (JJC) students can now earn their associate's degree from JJC and their Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå University in just four years.

Degree Format

This 120 credit hour program includes 90 credit hours of JJC coursework and 30 credit hours of Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå University coursework. Upon completion of the program, you will receive your associate's degree in Criminal Justice from Joliet Junior College (JJC)  and your Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå University.

Curriculum Pathway

The student completes 68 hours of coursework at JJC to fulfill the requirements for the AA in Criminal Justice or the Law Enforcement AAS at JJC.

Upon completion, the student blends 22 credit hours of additional JJC courses with 24 hours of Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Criminal Justice coursework and 6 hours of Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå Mission courses with Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå faculty.

Discounted Tuition

The 90 credit hours of JJC coursework will be completed at JJC tuition rates. The final 30 hours will be paid through Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå University, at a significantly reduced tuition rate.

Who can enroll in the program?

• Students who have completed an Associate in Arts degree in Criminal Justice at JJC.
• Students who have completed an Associate in Applied Science degree in Criminal Justice at JJC and take the necessary additional general education coursework to earn an Associates of Arts or Science.
• New students to JJC who indicate their intent to enter the 3+1 program.
• Students can apply for admission to Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇå when they are six months away from completing their associate degree.

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