2024-2025 Catalog
Criminal Justice - Generalist Option (CJGO2-BS), B.S.
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Bachelor of Science
The Criminal Justice, Generalist Option will help prepare students to be successful in law school and graduate school, specifically in the fields of criminal justice and criminology. This option will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing field. Employment opportunities include probation officer, parole officer, asset protection, court reporter and crime analyst. Please note that graduate or law degrees, as well as academy certifications may be needed for some employment opportunities. Please see one of our advisors or professors for more details.
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Program Outcomes
- Demonstrate mastery of fundamental knowledge of criminal justice system processes and components as they relate to the prevention, detection, and control of crime.
- Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication.
- Apply critical thinking skills to problems encountered by criminal justice professionals and/or criminal justice policies.
- Demonstrate a positive perspective and consciousness of the significant roles race, ethnicity, gender and sexual identity play in shaping world views and social interactions.
- Demonstrate the ability to analyze and resolve ethical dilemmas encountered by criminal justice professionals.
- Display professional attributes in their work with system agencies.
New Student Admission Requirements
- Minimum 2.00 GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
- Complete all course requirements necessary to complete the Associate of Arts (AA) in Criminal Justice program at Ferris State University.
Transfer Student Admission Requirements
- Combined college or university GPA of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale) from all institutions attended.
- Complete all course requirements necessary to complete the Associate of Arts (AA) in Criminal Justice program at Ferris State University.
- The degree completion program at a statewide and online location requires to earn either a completed Associate degree or at least 48 transferable semester credit hours from an accredited college or university.
University Requirements - 39 to 40 Credits Required
First Year Seminar Requirement (FSUS 100 or Equivalent) - Credit Required Met in Associate
All First-Time-In-Any-College Freshmen (FTIACs) must complete a one-credit FSUS 100 course, or its equivalent. Additional information and the definition of FTIAC for FSUS purposes can be found in the: Ferris State University Academic Affairs FSUS Policy
University General Education Requirements - 39 to 40 Credits Required
Courses in this section are required to satisfy the University General Education Requirements for a bachelor’s degree. The University General Education requirements can be found on the: Ferris State University General Education Requirements Webpage
Communication Competency - 12 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent)
The Communication (COMM) course chosen depends on the course taken in the Criminal Justice associate program (CRJU-AA).
Quantitative Literacy Competency - 3 to 4 Credits Required (or Their Equivalent) Met in Associate
The Mathematics (MATH) course chosen depends on the course taken in the Criminal Justice associate program (CRJU-AA).
Natural Sciences Competency - 6 Credits Required Met in Associate
Two courses are required with a minimum of 6 credits: must have at least one lab course. Courses are met in the Criminal Justice associate program (CRJU-AA); see MyDegree for a list of courses.
Culture Competency - 9 Credits Required Met in Associate
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines and have at least one 200 level or higher course. Courses are met in the Criminal Justice associate program (CRJU-AA); see MyDegree for a list of courses.
Self and Society Competency - 9 Credits Required Met in Associate
Three courses are required with a minimum of 9 credits: must be from two different disciplines, have at least one 200 level or higher course, and at least one Self and Society Foundation course. The Sociology (SOCY) course chosen depends on the course taken in the Criminal Justice associate program (CRJU-AA).
United States (U.S.) Diversity Competency - Course Required Met in Self and Society Competency
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the United States (U.S.) Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes.
Global Diversity Competency - Course Required Met in Self and Society Competency
If not met by courses taken for Culture Competency, Self and Society Competency, or Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA), a student must have one course with the Global Diversity attribute. Some courses include both Global and United States (U.S.) Diversity attributes. The Sociology (SOCY) course chosen depends on the course taken in the Self and Society Competency section.
Collaboration Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Collaboration attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
Problem Solving Competency - Courses Required Met in College Requirements
If not met by courses taken in the College Requirements section, a student must have two courses with the Problem Solving attribute. Some courses include both Collaboration and Problem Solving attributes.
College Requirements - 81 Credits Required
Major Courses - 35 Credits Required
Related Requirements - 23 Credits Required
Electives - 23 Credits Required
In order to graduate with a bachelor’s degree, a student must have a minimum of 120 credits. The electives required for each student may vary depending on courses taken. Based on how a student meets the programmatic requirements, they may need more or less than 23 credits of elective courses to meet the required 120 credit minimum.
Notes
- Students who return to the university after an interrupted enrollment, not including summer semester, must normally meet the requirements of the curriculum which are in effect at the time of their return, not the requirements which were in effect when they were originally admitted.
- Credit Variance - Credits required may vary based on course placement, prerequisites, etc. If you have questions, contact your advisor.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate from Ferris State University, students must meet both University and Programmatic Graduation Requirements.
University Graduation Requirements
These are the minimum graduation requirements for a bachelor’s degree at Ferris State University:
- All requirements as specified in the University Requirements section must be met.
- A minimum of 120 credits must be earned.
- A 2.00 or higher cumulative Ferris State University GPA is required.
- A minimum of 30 credits must be earned from Ferris State University to meet the Residency requirement.
- A minimum of 40 credits of 300 level or higher courses must be earned.
Programmatic Graduation Requirements
These are the additional graduation requirements mandated by the program:
- All requirements as specified in the College Requirements section must be met.
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