Criminal Justice

Columbia Basin College ETPL
This program focuses upon the need for a broad background of educational experience. The highly complex and constantly changing life-style of our society demands that the Criminal Justice person understands the principles of human behavior and communication as well as the nature of law enforcement's function. CBC's Criminal Forensic Science program combines both the field of Science and the field of Criminal Justice. Upon completion of a four year degree in Chemistry or Bio/Chemistry from an accredited university the student will be able to apply for entry level positions in Forensic laboratories that specialize in both criminal and civil evidence analysis.

Financial information

Total tuition

$14,417.70

Total required fees

$2,147.00

Books and supplies

$82.50

Locations

Columbia Basin College, Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

2 Years

Length of training

Associate

Award type

113

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS

Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses

No

Other prerequisites

N/A

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

N/A

Employment performance results

Program type

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Completion rate

46%

Employment rate

80%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$21.40

Typical (median) annual earnings

$36,861.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration

Other Industries

68%

Healthcare and Social Services

20%

Arts, Entertainment, Recreation

12%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
46
Completion rate
46%
Average number of students who completed each year
15
Gender
Male
57%
Female
43%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
2%
Black or African American
2%
Hispanic
45%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
48%
Multi-racial
3%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
21%
20 to 29
58%
30 to 39
17%
40 to 49
2%
50 and over
2%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
1%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
65%
Some college experience, but no degree
33%
Certificate or AA
1%
BA or higher
0%