Santa Barbara,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Associate's Degree
Associate in Science - Administration of Justice (Criminology) in Santa Barbara United States | Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara City College
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Santa Barbara United States
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Qualification
Associate Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
5,415
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Justice Studies Program at Santa Barbara City College prepares students for immediate careers in law enforcement, legal fields, or corrections, while also providing foundational education for those planning to transfer to four-year universities or law schools.
All Justice Studies courses are taught by California-certified instructors with professional backgrounds in criminal justice or legal practice. Students earn full college credit for completed courses and can obtain either a Certificate of Achievement or Associate in Science Degree upon finishing their selected program.
The criminal justice field offers diverse career paths across federal, state, and local agencies, including positions with the FBI, Homeland Security, Border Patrol, CHP, police and sheriff's departments, correctional facilities, probation services, and forensic science units.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Graduates of high schools or equivalent are eligible for admission, with the equivalent of a GPA of 2.0 or better.
Students must be 18 years or older by the start of the semester without restrictions.
English Proficiency: TOEFL: PBT 450, CBT 160, IBT 60; iTEP: 3.0; IELTS: 5.5; IGCSE: C; GTEC CBT: 1030; Pearson Test of English: 45; PTE Academic: 44; STEP-Eiken: Grade Pre-1.
Application deadlines: Fall Semester: June 15; Spring Semester: November 1; Summer Session: May 1
Tuition
USD
5,415