Law and Justice Administration Degree

The law and justice administration degree program at Arkansas State University – Newport helps to prepare students to apply practices and theories of criminal justice that they will utilize for the structure management, direction and control of various criminal justice agencies, such as police departments, sheriff's departments, law enforcement divisions and units, and private protective services. Get more details below including other Idaho colleges that offer law and justice administration degrees.

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Arkansas State University – Newport (ASUN)

405 S. Main Street, Moscow, ID

About
Arkansas State University - Newport, located in Newport, Arkansas, was founded in 1976 and was originally known as White River Vocation Technical School. In 1992 the school merged with Arkansas State University - Beebe, forming ASU Beebe/Newport, a merge that lasted until 2000, when the Newport Campus became a separate institution. Today the school operates three campuses located in Newport, Jonesboro and Marked Tree. The school is a public two year institution and part of the Arkansas State University System, allowing for ease of transfer to Arkansas State University four year institutions if so desired.

Academics
ASU Newport provides students a large number of programs that can result in a certificate or degree. These programs allow students to choose the technical or academic tract that best matches one's future plans and goals. Technical programs provide students training in the skills and abilities in a  given field of study necessary to enter the workforce as a professional. Programs take between one and two years to complete and prepare individuals for work at the entry level. Academic transfer programs facilitate transfer to a four year university by completing the first two years of a four year education. Once completed the student is free to apply to their desired school or schools, followed by the completion of the final two years of a bachelor's degree.

Programs offered include:

• Liberal Arts
• Business
• Nursing
• Welding
• Phlebotomy

Admissions and Financial Aid
ASU Newport is an open enrollment institution, and as such any students that completes the application for admission and provides their transcripts and test scores will be admitted to the school. It is also recommended that students meet with a counselor to plan their curriculum and participate in orientation to introduce them to campus life prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans and grants. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine aid program eligibility and monetary awards.

Students Enrolled in the Law and Justice Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. ASUN has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, first-line supervisors of police and detectives employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).