Criminal Justice Degree Online

Ranked among the best in the country (Journal of Criminal Justice Education 2007), the Colleges masters program emphasizes the importance of scientifically rigorous research that informs public policy. It prepares students to be leaders in shaping Americas response to crime.
Admission

Criminology is a multidisciplinary field. We encourage students with various majors as diverse as biology, computer science, and economics to apply. There are no criminology coursework prerequisites.

For consideration for admission in the master’s program, applicants must fulfill these requirements:
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
A 3.25 GPA or higher for the final two years of undergraduate study
A minimum score of 1,000 on the combined verbal and quantitative portions of the GRE
Three letters of recommendation, preferably from professors familiar with your academic qualifications
A 300- to 500-word personal statement describing your background, career goals, and why you want to study criminology
International students whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and score at least 600 on the paper-based test, or at least 250 on the computer-based test, or at least 100 on the new Internet-based ibTOEFL test. Applicants may be asked to confirm their scores by retaking the exam when they arrive at FSU.

The College Academic Committee assesses all applicant files. No files will be considered unless they contain all required materials. Admission decisions are made on the following basis:
Whether the candidate meets the minimum qualifications of the University and the College
The level of the GPA and GRE scores
Assessments of the quality of the file documents, especially letters of recommendation and personal statements
The strength of the file when compared with others in the applicant pool

All masters applicants are screened as their files are complete, and admission offers are made to those selected by the Academic Committee.
Masters Application Materials

To apply for admission to the masters program, please submit the following materials on-line at admissions.fsu.edu. The Academic Committee will begin reviewing files on February 1. They will continue to accept applications until the graduate classes are full. No applications will be accepted after July1.
Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
Official GRE scores (FSU institution code is 5219). Check the GRE Web site, www.gre.org, for additional information.
Three letters of recommendation (preferably academic references).
Personal statement.
Completed graduate application. This can be found on the FSU Web site, www.fsu.edu/prospective/admissions/online/
Application fees can be paid on-line or sent to:
FSU Admissions
P.O. Box 5000
Tallahassee, FL 32314-5000

* International students must submit a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score. Check the TOEFL Web site at www.toefl.org for additional information.

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Admission Procedure
Admissions Policy and Entrance Requirements
Continuing Education
Advanced Placement
Standardized Testing: SAT, ACT and TOEFL
Conditions for Admission to Applied Forensic Science, Biology, Computer Animation, and English
Admission to the Guided Studies Program
Select Admission to Associate Degree Programs
Admission to Dental Hygiene
Intent to Enroll at Mount Ida College
Deferring Enrollment and Reactivating Applications
Academic Support Programs that Require Separate Applications

Committed to supporting a diverse community of learners, Mount Ida College admits students of varied backgrounds, interests, and talents who project an ability to succeed through participation in the academic programs, leadership development opportunities, and support services offered by the College.Admission Procedure ^ TOP

Applications for admission to Mount Ida College are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year for both fall and spring semester; candidates for dental hygiene are admitted for fall semester only.

Applicants should submit the following documents to the Admissions Office:
Application form completed and signed along with $45.00 application fee; students are encouraged to apply on-line at www.mountida.edu.
Official transcript from their high school or official copy of GED; students graduating from a Massachusetts public high school after 2002 are required to submit proof of successfully passing the MCAS based on standards put forth by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Official copy of SAT or ACT scores (essay strongly recommended), if not provided on the high school transcript (see “Standardized Testing: SAT, ACT, and TOEFL” in this section of the Catalog for more information).
Official copy of TOEFL scores if English is not applicant’s native language
Minimum of one recommendation: guidance counselor, teacher, or personal recommendation
Personal statement (strongly recommended)
Official transcripts from each college attended along with relevant course descriptions
List of current college courses in progress, if applicable
In addition, the College reserves the right to require transfer applicants to submit the following: A letter from the dean of students of the college or university from the institution currently attended or most recently attended by the student, stating that the transfer applicant is/was in good standing and eligible to return to that institution.

In addition, international applicants must submit the following:
Declaration of Financial Support and accompanying bank statement guaranteeing funds to cover the cost of education and living expenses for one year.

Additional credentials may be required for admission. Proof of high school graduation or equivalent is required prior to enrollment at the College.Admissions Policy and Entrance Requirements ^ TOP

Freshman Applicants

The College accepts and evaluates applications from high school graduates for direct admission to bachelor degree majors or associate degree majors, taking such items as the following into consideration: grades in high school and, if applicable, in college-level course work; prior academic record in relation to the degree level (baccalaureate or associate) and/or demands of a particular major; a personal statement or essay, letter(s) of recommendation; SAT or ACT (writing section recommended); personal interview (optional); extracurricular activities; and leadership, community service, and related life experiences.

It is strongly recommended that students applying as freshmen be enrolled in college-preparatory course work including, but not limited to:
4 Carnegie units of English
3 Carnegie units of mathematics
3 Carnegie units of science (w/laboratory)
2 Carnegie units of social science
2 Carnegie units of foreign language

(Students applying to Applied Forensic Science, Biology, Pre-Dental Hygiene, and Veterinary Technology are required to have completed high school biology and chemistry with labs; additional science courses are strongly recommended. Students applying to Management, Sports Management and Business Administration are required to have completed algebra I & II and geometry; a senior level math is strongly recommended.)
Transfer Applicants

Mount Ida College welcomes applications from transfer students from other four-year colleges or two-year institutions and from graduates with a two-year degree whose aspirations now include a baccalaureate degree. The College grants advanced standing for applicable courses completed with the requisite grades at other regionally accredited colleges or universities. In a select few cases, the College accepts transfer credit from institutions that are accredited by a specialized accrediting association.

Transfer students applying for admission will be evaluated based on their most current college course work as well as any previous credits attempted at an accredited college or university. In addition, the admissions committee may consider a transfer applicant’s cumulative academic record including high school performance. In order to qualify for admission to certain programs, transfer students may be required to complete prerequisite course work at an accredited college or university.Continuing Education ^ TOP

Certificate Applicants

Candidates interested in applying for admission to Continuing Education certificate programs are required to submit an application for admission, $50.00 application fee and, if applicable, proof of high school graduation (i.e. official high school transcript or official copy of GED test score report) and/or official copies of college transcripts. In some instances, candidates may be required to interview with faculty of the certificate program prior to being admitted to the program. See “Continuing Education/Summer Session” under Special Programs in the General Information section of this Catalog for information on certificate programs.
Part-time non-degree, non-matriculating:

Students interested in first-time enrollment on a part-time, non-degree-seeking basis are required to register and enroll through the Admissions Office; admissions will assist you with your introduction to the College.
Degree seeking:

Part-time degree-seeking students who are applying to the College for the first time are required to meet all criteria and conditions for admission to the College. See the requirements under Freshman Admissions or Transfer Admissions as it applies to your current academic situation.Advanced Placement ^ TOP

Advanced Placement and College Level Examination Programs of the College Board
Mount Ida College supports the Advanced Placement (AP) Program and the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) of the College Board. Please see “Advanced Placement Credit” policies in the Academic Policies and Procedures section of this Catalog.

International Diploma Program of the International Baccalaureate Organization
Mount Ida College recognizes the academic challenge inherent in the successful completion of course work in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Please see “Advanced Placement Credit” policies in the Academic Policies and Procedures section of this Catalog.

Students must have an official AP, IB, and/or CLEP transcript sent to Mount Ida College for advanced placement credits to be considered by the Office of the Registrar. Please note that in art and design subject areas, a portfolio may also be required to assist the art and design faculty in determining the exact course(s) for which any advanced credit should be considered.