Lloyd Chia, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Criminology and Sociology, Program Director
When criminologists strive for restorative justice,
the possibilities are endless.
Criminology is the study of criminal justice practices. At Fresno Pacific, your studies will take you beyond the implementation of law enforcement to gain a deeper knowledge about crime and society.
Learn from faculty with global work experience who incorporate a Christian worldview. Gain practical experience and an opportunity for reflective assessment through an integrated practicum.
You’ll learn restorative approaches to justice as well as social and psychological theories on crime, criminals and society.
Program Highlights
- Choose between face-to-face or fully online program options
- Meet for class one night per week
- Progress through the entire program with a cohort of 12-22 adult students
- Engage diverse classmates from a variety of life stages and cultural backgrounds
- Study under experienced faculty and who assign relevant coursework
- For a detailed program brochure, click here
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Program Director: Lloyd Chia, Ph.D.
Overview
The Bachelor of Arts in Criminology is designed for adults who have an interest in criminology, restorative justice, and the issues of victims. The program equips students to be knowledgeable about crime and society with a view to careers in fields related to criminology. Class time and coursework focus on implementing approaches to justice and understanding the various social and psychological theories on crime, criminals and society. Candidates will also learn to incorporate the values of a Christian/Anabaptist worldview into their work.
Admissions Requirements
The Criminology program requires four years postsecondary experience, including two years of work experience.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- To exhibit clear and engaging communication regarding the criminal justice field [USLO 1 & 2]
- To accurately describe the origins, nature and dynamics of conflict and crime from an interdisciplinary perspective. [USLO 3 & 10]
- To analyze the various social, psychological and other theories on crime, criminals and society. [USLO 5]
- To examine the individual and collective needs of all participants in the criminal justice system, including victims, offenders, and the community. [USLO 4]
- To differentiate and evaluate the varied forms of conflict resolution and understandings of justice. [USLO 7 & 8]
- To articulate and apply the value of Christian/Anabaptist belief for the criminal justice field. [USLO 9]
Program Length/Semester Starts
This is a scheduled, eighteen-month cohort program.
Locations Offered
North Fresno and Visalia Campuses, and Fully Online
Degree Pathways
Criminology, B.A. (DC) Two Year Pathway
Lower Division Major Requirements
These two courses are required in addition to the 39 units of cohort classes listed below. For additional information on General Education requirements for Degree Completion students visit: General Education: Degree Completion Students
- CRIM 210 - Criminal Justice Administration Credits 3
- CRIM 220 - Criminal Law Credits 3
Required Courses (39 Units)
The following units must be earned at Fresno Pacific University:
- BIB 314 - Jesus and the Christian Community Credits 3
- BIB 449 - Biblical Perspectives for Criminology Credits 3
- CRIM 350 - Theories of Criminology Credits 3
- CRIM 356 - Victimology Credits 3
- CRIM 360 - Criminal Procedure Credits 3
- CRIM 370 - Diversity and Crime Credits 3
- CRIM 382 - Juvenile Delinquency and Justice Credits 3
- CRIM 390 - Corrections Credits 3
- CRIM 414 - Restorative Justice Credits 3
- CRIM 418 - Conflict Transformation Credits 3
- CRIM 420 - Criminology Statistics Credits 3
- CRIM 496A - Criminology and Restorative Justice Studies Project I Credits 1
- CRIM 496B - Criminology and Restorative Justice Studies Project II Credits 1
- CRIM 496C - Criminology and Restorative Justice Studies Project III Credits 1
- SW 361 - Social Problems and Public Policy Credits 3
Electives
Elective units as needed to meet the Bachelor of Arts minimum. This requirement may be met through allowable college coursework, Advanced Placement exams, College Level Examination Program, International Baccalaureate exams, and Military or ACE credit.
Possibilities Await
With an FPU Education
You already have a lot going on in your life, which is why our degree completion programs are designed to meet you where you are. You'll be surrounded by other students who will support and encourage you, by faculty mentors who are invested in your success, by opportunities to connect what you learn in the classroom to the real world, and by connections to the employers who will help you move forward in your career.
First Steps to Admission
- Submit an application for admission (online)
* Admission applications are free, no discount codes required. - Request official transcripts from previously attended colleges, universities and high schools and send electronically to trans.evaluator@fresno.edu
- GED Transcripts OR any AA, AS, AS-T, AA-T from an accredited College or University as proof of High School graduation
- This includes any military transcripts you may have, along with your military release forms (DD214).
- Complete the FAFSA as early as October 1. (FAFSA Code: 001253)
Enroll in the minimum number of units per semester to qualify for loans. - Schedule an appointment with your Student Financial Services Advisor 559-453-2041 sfs@fresno.edu
Requirements
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University Admission Prerequisites
- Minimum 6 transferable baccalaureate-level units
- Minimum 2.4 GPA
- 2 years post-secondary experience
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Program Admission Prerequisites
- 60 transferable baccalaureate-level units
- Minimum 2.4 GPA
- 2 years post-secondary experience
Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) Information
Administration of Justice (AS-T) to Criminology, B.A.
BA courses fulfilled through ADT:
- All lower-division General Education requirements fulfilled
- BA co-requisites and major courses fulfilled through ADT:
- CRIM 210 Criminal Justice Administration (3)
- CRIM 220 Criminal Law (3)
- All BA major courses are upper-division and are completed at FPU.
- This program is offered as evening accelerated or online accelerated
ADT Guarantee is the completion of BA/BS degree in 68 units.
Transfer Agreements
The following guidelines are used when considering transfer credit:
- Courses completed at a regionally or ABHE, ATS, TRACS, or AARTS accredited institution
- Baccalaureate-level courses
- Grade of C- or better
- Courses are not duplicate to credit already received
- All GE and major courses must be taken for a letter grade, not pass/fail
- No lab is required for Area 5 Physical & Biological Sciences
- Some majors have lower division prerequisites. Select an institution below to see the school's general education and lower division major requirements
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*Transfer Agreements are only a tool. Transfer work is not considered official until it has been evaluated by the FPU Registrar’s Office.
Non-traditional Admission
State Authorization
State authorization is a federal requirement in the Higher Education Act that requires institutions to be authorized in the state in which online programs are offered. Fresno Pacific University works regularly with individual state authorization agencies to meet each state's requirements. Currently, Fresno Pacific University has received authorization to offer online degree programs in all but nine states: Georgia, Michigan, New York, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington D.C. and Wisconsin.
For the latest updates on the status of FPU's authorization in your state, contact your FPU Admissions representative.
Cost & Financial Aid
The below listed prices reflect the current and upcoming Fall and Spring semesters and do not include any financial aid. Paying for college can be an overwhelming step in your education journey. We can help you find all the possible opportunities to reduce your out of pocket costs.
Tuition & Financial Aid
* This is an estimate. Costs subject to change. Cost of attendance figures are used for budgeting purposes only and represent an estimate of projected tuition and fees for the coming academic year. Actual tuition rates are approved by the Board of Trustees and may vary.
Types of aid
Financial aid can refer to scholarships, grants and loans, which are available to you from the government, the university or outside sources. Aid types vary depending on the type of student you are.
Alexandra Green
Mathematics
The grants, the academic awards, the transfer scholarship – all of it makes it so much more affordable to attend FPU. I know that school isn’t cheap for anyone, but FPU helped me realize that I could actually come to this school because they were going to help me so much financially.
Career Opportunities
Criminal justice is a fast-growing field, and many agencies require a bachelor’s degree for career advancement. With several courses focused on the legal system, this degree also serves as a comprehensive pre-law program.
Career Possibilities
- Law enforcement officer
- Corrections officer
- Probation officer
- Paralegal
- Social services provider
Career Development Happens Here
The staff in our Career Development and Experiential Learning Center are here to help you prepare to enter the working world. Whether your a freshman or an FPU alum, there are a number of resources and trainings offered to help you find the internship and job you’re looking for.
- Resume writing classes
- Career assessments, exploration & planning
- Job search and networking opportunities
- and much more