Law and Justice Administration Degree

The law and justice administration degree program at Nashua Community College 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 New Hampshire colleges that offer law and justice administration degrees.

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Nashua Community College

1066 Front St, Manchester, NH

About
Nashua Community College, located in Nashua, New Hampshire, was founded in 1970 to provide residents of the greater Nashua area access to post-secondary educational opportunities. The school has over the years expanded its offerings, facilities and services to meet the needs of the community and provide a top quality education for its students, both current and future. The school enrolls over 2000 students annually,  and is dedicated to their academic and professional growth.

Academics
As a comprehensive institution, Nashua Community College offers programs that allow students to transfer to a four year institution after completing the first two years, or to obtain career training through the various programs aimed at workforce development. Academic transfer is facilitated by agreements in place that guarantee admission to a public New Hampshire institution if certain requirements are met. Career training programs provide a mix of classroom and practical education that prepare individuals for entry into the workforce.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Liberal Arts
• Culinary Arts
• Paralegal Studies
• Early Childhood Education

Admissions and Financial Aid
Nashua Community College is an open enrollment institution that allows any individual interested in attending to enroll by completing the application for admission and the payment of fees. Students should also supply transcripts and, if available, standardized test scores. Students should also participate in orientation and meet with a counselor. Financial aid must be applied for in advance of the start of the first semester, and must be reapplied for every year. The school uses the information from a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine a student's financial needs and aid program eligibility.

Students Enrolled in the Law and Justice Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Nashua Community College has offered the following degree levels for students:

• 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).