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Criminal Justice Studies
Degree Type
61-credit Associate of Applied Science Degree
Program Code
10-504-5
Time to Degree
2 years
Start Date
August / January / June
How You'll Learn
Hybrid
Daytime
Evening
Gain skills to protect and care for the community while showing respect and compassion to all people. Learn to work well within a team, apply effective communication and hold accountability in order to secure peace, inspire hope and motivate positive change in the world.
How To Apply
- Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.
- Submit a copy of one of the following to demonstrate your reading, writing and math skills:
- High school GPA of 2.60 or above. Transcript must include completed coursework through the 11th grade.*
- ACT, ACCUPLACER® or GED - 2014 Series (165 or higher).*
- Prior college coursework may meet this requirement in whole or in part. Courses must be in the specific area(s), and you must have earned a grade of C or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in the courses.*
- If none of the above apply, sign up for the ACCUPLACER® placement test.
*Unofficial copies of these documents can be sent to admissions@wctc.edu.
Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an enrollment counselor.
Program Details
Contact Us
Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.
Potential Careers
If you have an interest in protecting and caring for the community, can follow orders, are an effective communicator and can show others compassion and respect, a career in criminal justice may be a right for you. Those in criminal justice must also be team players, possess critical thinking skills and have a keen eye for detail.
- Law Enforcement
- Homeland Security – Private Security
- Corrections – Probation Parole
- Emergency Communications – 911
- Crime Scene Forensic Investigator
- Victim Witness Social Worker
High School Eligibility
This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >
Career Salaries
$32,500 – $82,700 annually
Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Lightcast. Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements. Find our graduates' entry wages in the most recent Graduate Success Report.
Financial Aid
As a program student, you are eligible to receive:
- Financial aid loans
- Scholarships
- Other forms of assistance
Learn more about financial aid.
What Makes This Program Unique
- Participate in Kappa Theta Rho, a cooperative learning environment with law enforcement agencies.
- Instructors are experienced criminal justice veterans representing a wide variety of specialties, providing a solid foundation to face the challenges and rewards of the field.
- This program provides excellent preparation for careers in all areas of social services, criminal justice and law enforcement.
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High School Dual Credit
Dual enrollment offers high school students an opportunity to get a head start in high-demand fields while earning college credits.
Credit for Prior Learning
You may have the opportunity to obtain credit for the college-level skills and knowledge you've already acquired through prior coursework, work experience and more.
Transfer Opportunities After WCTC
WCTC has credit transfer agreements with many four-year institutions that allow our degree graduates to transfer credits into a baccalaureate program, often at junior-level standing.