Independence Community College graduates have a new opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice through an agreement between Newman University and the Kansas Association of Community Colleges.
The pathway allows eligible graduates to complete Newman’s Bachelor of Science in criminal justice in as few as 12 months of full-time study. The accelerated timeline depends on the transfer and prior-learning credits accepted by Newman, remaining degree requirements and course availability.
“This pathway gives our graduates another opportunity to build on their education at ICC and take the next step toward their career goals,” said Taylor Crawshaw, ICC Vice President of Academic Services. “The combination of transfer credit, scholarship support and flexible coursework can make earning a bachelor’s degree more accessible for students balancing school, work and family.”
Graduates with an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree receive junior standing and may transfer up to 60 credits toward the 120-credit bachelor’s degree. Newman may award up to 30 additional credits for qualifying prior learning, including law enforcement or military training. Graduates with an Associate of Applied Science degree may participate following a degree audit to confirm general education requirements have been met.
The pathway includes a $20,000 Newman scholarship for eligible admitted graduates, online and hybrid coursework, and academic advising support. Students should confirm scholarship terms and their individual degree plan with Newman.
For more information about Newman’s criminal justice program, visit newmanu.edu/academics/criminal-justice.