Students who have graduated from any Canadian Public Community College may now apply to enroll in a Diploma-to-Degree program, completely online. Husson University in Maine has developed - in cooperation with Canadian Public Community Colleges and the University of Fredericton - an online Diploma-to-Degree program for Criminal Justice graduates. Students may transfer their credits to Husson University and be able to complete a four-year Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice.

Students will be able to complete the program from their homes, offices or any other location with access to the Internet, by taking as few as 10 eight-week courses. As the online courses are delivered through the University of Fredericton, graduates of the program will also receive a Certificate in Advanced Studies from the University of Fredericton.

The National Partnership for Careers in Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security has named Husson University as a Regional Center for Criminal Justice in New England. 

 

Tuition may be paid course-at-a-time, in Canadian funds, payable to the University of Fredericton. Each course is 3 credit hours and the cost per credit hour is $473, resulting in the tuition fee of $1,419 for each three credit hour course.

Timeline Each course is eight weeks in duration and will require 10 - 12 hours of coursework per week. Courses begin January, March, June, August, and October. When college credit transfers have been applied, students awarded the maximum credit transference can obtain their degree by completing 10 online courses, in as quickly as one year. 

Upcoming Start Date - May 13, Sep 3, Oct 28

Bursary The University of Fredericton (UFred), in partnership with Husson University, has announced a Canadian Bursary which has been made available to Canadian college graduates who enroll in the Husson/UFred online Diploma-to-Degree program. Bursary recipients must be Canadian citizens and those qualifying are eligible to receive a credit of $400.00 CDN per course toward tuition, amounting to a total bursary of $4,000 over the typical 10 course program. For more information, please email Admissions@UFred.ca.

Admission to the Diploma-to-Degree program requires:

1. A diploma in Criminal Justice related studies from a Canadian Public Community College, with a minimum grade point average of 2.0;

2. Application for Admission at Husson University (available online) including a $40 application fee;

3. An official transcript sent directly from your Community College to Husson University:

Stephanie Shayne
Husson University
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Students will also be required to complete the "Education Testing Service Major Field Test" for statistical purposes only. This test will not affect a student's admission into the program.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many diploma courses will be accepted toward a Bachelor degree?

Upon review of your transcript, Husson University will accept up to 30 courses (or 90 credits) toward a Bachelor degree. This is the equivalent of three years of full-time study at a traditional university. The exact number of transfer courses or credits will be determined as part of the evaluation of your transcript and your application. 

How many credits or courses must I complete through Husson University?
Students awarded the maximum transfer of credits (90) must complete 10 courses through Husson University. Students must also maintain a minimum grade of "C" in the specialized courses and maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 (or a grade of "C") overall in the program in order to receive a Bachelor degree.

Are there any other requirements for the Bachelor degree?
You must meet the Husson University general education requirements. Your advisor will determine which of these you have already met through your course work at the community college you attended. You will also be required to complete the "Educational Testing Service Major Field Test". Your scores on this test will not affect your admission to the program, nor will your score impact the awarding of your degree. Your degree will be awarded based on the successful completion of your coursework at Husson University. The "Educational Testing Service Major Field Test" is a test used by Husson University to evaluate this Diploma-to-Degree program.

What is the Educational Testing Service (ETS) Major Field Test in Business Administration?
The ETS Major Field Test is a comprehensive assessments outcome designed to measure the critical knowledge and understanding of students obtained in a major field of study. It measures the students' factual knowledge and ability to analyze and solve problems, understand relationships and interpret material from their major field of study.

This test enables an institution to evaluate their students' performance and compare the program's effectiveness to those at similar institutions nationwide.

How long will it take me to complete my Bachelor degree?
The courses offered by Husson University are eight weeks in duration and each will require approximately 10 - 12 hours of coursework per week. Students who receive the maximum transfer credit (30 courses or 90 credits) can complete their degree by taking 10 courses online. Courses are offered every January, March, June, August, and October.

Is Husson University accredited?
Husson University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

What if I really want an MBA?
Students successfully completing the Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice from Husson University will qualify to apply for admission to the University of Fredericton's online MBA program.
 

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