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Bachelor of Arts in Political Science - Criminal Justice

University of Charleston (Removed)

USA,West Virginia

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 31,400/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 25

Application Fee

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USA, West Virginia

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1888

Total Students: 2,620 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

2300 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304, United States

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science - Criminal Justice

Program Overview

The mission of the Political Science program is to prepare graduates for employment, scholarship, or further study in the areas of law, public policy, or criminal justice in service to their professional disciplines and social communities.

• The Criminal Justice Concentration focuses on developing the skills needed to pursue careers in law enforcement, criminology, homeland security, or corrections with a focus on those skills needed in management positions. Students are also prepared to pursue graduate studies in Criminal Justice. The program structure encouragesstudentsto double major in other fieldssuch as Psychology, English, or Business. Prestigious internship opportunities with local and state government agencies provide valuable field-work experience in the discipline. Opportunities to present student research at state, regional and national meetings provide students with real world skills and allow them to network with professionals in the field. Students work with experienced and engaged faculty who are published authors and have taught at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 25

Tuition Fee

CAD 31,400 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University of Charleston (Removed)

CAD 20,032 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 61
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 54.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Through our generous merit and need-based institutional scholarships and grants, a UC education is more affordable and a better value.
In order to be considered for scholarships and financial aid at the University of Charleston, domestic students are required to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Undergraduate Academic Scholarships for incoming students (2022-23)

GPA Range	Tuition Scholarship	Room and Board Scholarship	Total for Residential Students
4.0	$15,000	$5,000	$20,000
3.50-3.99	$12,500	$4,000	$16,500
3.00-3.49	$10,000	$3,000	$13,000
2.50-2.99	$7,500	$2,000	$9,500
2.25-2.49	$5,000	$1,000	$6,000

University of Charleston Scholarships 2022-2023
*The scholarships listed here are for Charleston campus undergraduate students only. (excludes ADN & OTA programs).

Additional Scholarship Information

Scholarship award amounts and requirements are subject to change at the discretion of the University.
The University retains the right to make final decisions about combinations of awards.
Award levels may change depending on residential status (on-campus or off-campus).

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.