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How many credits can be transferred into the Justice Studies major from outside institutions?

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All 15-16 credits of the core must be taken at MSU. A maximum of 50% of 24 - 25 credits within a concentration may be transferred from another institution if it is judged equivalent to corresponding MSU courses. A minimum of 12 credits at the 300 or 400 levels must be completed within the major at MSU. Students in the Paralegal Studies concentration may take any minor except Paralegal Studies. Students in the Justice Systems concentration may take any minor except Criminal Justice.
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Can I count transferred credits toward my major?

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It depends. See Steve Mital or Katie Lynch, the Academic Advisor with questions on specific classes. Back to Top of Page
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Will I get credits transferred for the courses that I have already taken at other institutions?

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Yes, you can get credits transferred from other institutions but this will depend on whether those courses taken are equivalent to the ones offered at BIZTEK. Admissions Office will determine there equivalency.
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How do I apply for admission to the major in Justice Studies?

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Admission criteria are competitive because only a limited number of students will be accepted into the program. Students are admitted into specific concentrations within Justice Studies. Key factors in admission are overall grade point average, grade point average in the first three common core or required concentration Justice Studies courses taken, and grades in similar coursework at another institution.
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When are courses in the Justice Studies major offered?

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The Justice Studies major is open to full-time and part-time students. Courses are offered both day and evening so that students can complete the program as day or evening students. Core courses are regularly offered on a day and evening schedule. Electives are also regularly offered, but not both day and evening or every semester. Students should check the list of classes issued for each semester.
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What are the career opportunities for a justice studies major?

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Program graduates may find employment in: the criminal justice system, social service agencies, law enforcement, the court system, educational settings, law offices, corporations, and federal or state agencies. Possible job titles include: investigator, police officer, human resource officer, paralegal, children's rights advocate, probation or parole officer, research or claims analyst, case worker, and management consultant.
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Will my MSCC credits transfer to other institutions?

Motlow State Community College
If you are transferring to a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, then you are assured that your credits from Motlow will transfer. However, if you are transferring to an institution outside the Tennessee Board of Regents System, we advise that you check with that institution regarding the credits that you will want to transfer to them.
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How many credits can be transferred?

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All of the first two years that satisfy California State requirements. Credit for upper division courses is possible if they satisfy the requirements of the BSQA curriculum.
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Rutgers Writing Program - For Students - FAQ - Placement
If you are a transfer student who took writing courses at another college or university, you should contact the Transfer Dean at your college to see if your credits have transferred. If you are a transfer student from one of New Jersey's County or Community Colleges, you should also contact the Transfer Dean at your college to see if your credits have transferred.
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I understand that there are three concentrations in the Justice Studies major. Must I choose one?

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Yes. You must choose a concentration: Child Advocacy, Justice Systems or Paralegal Studies. You cannot be admitted to the program without a concentration.
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What Research Methods course should I take if I am a double major in Sociology and Justice Studies?

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You should take SOCI 301 Research Methods instead of JUST 221. You should also have the Justice Studies Director, Dr. David Dodd, sign a credit adjustment form.
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What is Justice Studies?

Justice Studies is a post-diploma, degree-completion program that provides professionally-relevant education to individuals seeking or pursuing careers within the criminal justice field or related areas. The program is offered on a part-time basis only to meet the needs of employed students.
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How will I know how many credits transferred and how the credits fit into a major?

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When you apply for admission, you send your transcript to the college where you plan on transferring. When you finish the courses you are currently taking, you will send a final transcript to the admissions office of the transfer college. A transfer officer will evaluate your transcript and provide you with a written document that specifies the number of credits that transfer. You should be able to see how the transfer credits apply to the transfer program.
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What is the maximum number of credits that can be transferred from my previous studies?

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Drawing from the 2006-2007 Undergraduate Calendar, the maximum amount of credit that can be transferred from a degree program at another university is 10.00 credits. Up to 7.50 credits may be granted to students from a three-year diploma program, and up to 3.00 credits may be granted to students from a two-year diploma program. The granting of additional transfer credits would be considered in the case of graduates from a one-year post-diploma program.
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Will college credits from other institutions be accepted at the UO?

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We will accept college-level academic course work from regionally accredited two- or four-year college or university. We will evaluate credits from colleges outside the United States on an individual basis. We accept credit for Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), and some kinds of credit by examination if those examinations are administered by another college. To grant transfer credit, we require official transcripts.
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Will credits count toward my major/degree?

SU Abroad - Frequently Asked Questions
All SU Abroad students receive Syracuse University credit for courses taken abroad, even when taken at host/partner universities. For SU students, this credit is applied toward major or elective requirements. Non-SU students receive credits either as home-university credit or as transfer credit, and should confirm their home school policy with their study abroad adviser.
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How do I find out which USM institutions offer the major I want?

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Use ARTSYS, the USM's online articulation and transfer system, to search for major programs of study at USM institutions and at local community colleges.
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How many credits in my Associate Degree can be transferred to Ohio University?

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Each course (except English) in which you earn grade "C-" or higher will be evaluated for transfer credit to Ohio University.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Bethel University
Yes. This really depends on the program, but students typically earn between 12-18 transferable credits.
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How many transfer credits will apply to a Major/Minor in African American and African Studies?

Department of African American & African Studies
No more than 20 hours of transfer credit can be applied to a Major. No more than 10 hours of transfer credit may be applied to a Minor. These transfer credits must be at the 200 level or above. Transfer credit must be approved by the Director of Undergraduate Studies.
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What organizations are available for Justice Studies students?

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There are three: Alpha Phi Sigma, the Criminal Justice honor society, Lambda Alpha Epsilon, the Criminal Justice club, and the Paralegal organization. Refer to the Department of Justice Studies home page for more information on these organizations.
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What are some highlights of the Justice Studies program?

The program is interdisciplinary, with required and elective professional courses from a variety of disciplines, including criminology, psychology, and sociology. Students develop an understanding of the major concepts and theoretical perspectives underlying the criminal justice system and acquire advanced knowledge and skills in critical areas like interviewing, crisis management, problem-solving, research methods, crime prevention and more.
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What are the class sizes for Justice Studies?

Small class sizes in Justice Studies, ranging from 15 to 40 students, enhance the learning process and maximize your contact with faculty. It is not possible to earn the entire Justice Studies degree through distance education. However, a number of courses that are part of the Justice Studies curriculum are offered through distance education. Distance education formats include: online, via the Internet; print materials, via mail; and audiocassette with print materials, via mail.
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What will happen to credit I have transferred from other institutions?

College of DuPage Semester Conversion FAQs Archive
All transfer credit processed prior to Fall 2005 will be converted from quarter-hour credit to semester-hour credit by dividing the number of quarter-credits by 1.5. Beginning in Fall 2005, any courses taken at either semester or quarter institutions will be converted to College of DuPage semester credit. It is highly recommended that you complete all the sequences you have started on the quarter system in the quarter system.
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Which are the major lending institutions in Hawaii?

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Bank of Hawaii and First Hawaiian Bank are the largest banks in the state. Other well-established institutions include American Savings Bank, Central Pacific Bank, City Bank, Hawaii National Bank, and Territorial Savings.
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Can I major in Queer studies?

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this point, Penn State does not offer a major or minor in LGBT or Queer studies. A minor in Gender and Sexual Orientation studies is in the works, however, and the College of Education is looking into starting a graduate program in Queer Studies that may start before the undergraduate minor is in place. Either way, Penn State University is moving forward in this area. There are currently a variety of classes that focus on LGBT issues or have a strong emphasis in this area.
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When will I select a major for my studies at UT Austin?

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During your freshman year, UT Austin will contact you and ask you to complete a process by which you will inform us that you are still interested in taking advantage of your guaranteed admission to UT Austin. As part of that process you will be asked to select a first-choice major and a second-choice major.
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What if I transferred my Decker credits to another school?

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If you transferred your Decker credits to another school, then you probably would not be entitled to any money under the Agreed Order. If you filed a Proof of Claim, then you are free to pursue that claim in the bankruptcy court as you see fit.
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Can I major in Interdepartmental Studies and another major?

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Yes, students can major in Interdepartmental Studies and another major, as long as no more than six semester hours of coursework overlap between the two. Most students who choose to complete a double major want to develop a second area of interest that either complements or contrasts with their first focus.
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