Criminal Justice (A.A.S.)

Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Ready to dive into the procedures, investigations, technology, and psychology of law enforcement? An A.A.S. in Criminal Justice can open doors for in-demand jobs in a Life. Changing. career. As you immerse yourself in the practice and ethics of public safety, you'll gain the communication skills that are vital to every role in the profession. In just two years, you'll be ready to apply for entry-level jobs with departments and agencies across the state. Let's get started.

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High Demand for Public Safety Professionals

What You'll Learn...

How criminal justice agencies interact
Impact of the U.S. Constitution
Major theories of crime causation
Legal and ethical obligations
Communication strategies

Where You Can Work...

State, county, and local law enforcement
Federal agencies
Correctional facilities
Park ranger or conservation officer teams
Forensics labs

Quick Facts

7
academic terms

78
course credits

100s
of job openings

Location: North Campus

Total Cost: $20,258

Entry Term: Fall

Length: 7 Terms or 21 Months

Ready to Get Started? Apply To Criminal Justice

Dive into the procedures, investigations, technology, and psychology of law enforcement. An A.A.S. in Criminal Justice can open doors for in-demand jobs in a Life. Changing. career.

In just two years, you'll be ready to apply for entry-level jobs with departments and agencies across the state.

Frequently Asked Questions

In-state tuition: $218 per credit hour
Out-of-state tuition: $255 per credit hour
Your total bill will be based on the number of credit hours for which you are enrolled. Some programs of study will require you to purchase a uniform, books, tools, or other items, and it is important to budget for these costs as well.
For more information on the Cost of Attendance, please visit our Financial Aid page.

Yes, we have five residence halls including apartment-style and traditional style dorms.

Indian Hills has articulation agreements and transfer plans with many four-year colleges and universities. However, not all credits are guaranteed to transfer because of differences in programs and requirements among various institutions. An Academic Advisor will also assist you in your future academic plans.

The first step in order to receive financial aid is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Complete and submit the FAFSA online. It is important to file the FAFSA as soon after October 1st as possible to ensure you receive priority processing.

Our school code is 008298.

Most degrees at Indian Hills can be completed in approximately 2 years depending on program and individual circumstances such as transfer credits and time away from school.

View detailed program requirements in our catalog.

Required Background Checks

Please be aware that there are unique pre–employment qualifications for positions in this field, which may include passing extensive criminal and character background checks, physical requirements, polygraph testing, oral boards, drug screening, and/or other requirements pertinent to current hiring practices.

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