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Transfer majors 
Earn your Associate in Applied Science degree and transfer to a four-year university to study criminal justice.
Take core classes along with classes specific to the law enforcement, criminal justice, criminology, corrections and juvenile justice. Enrich your college experience by participating in some of the 60+ student organizations on campus.
Complete your bachelor’s degree in criminal justice at Harper College through The University Center.
This sample transfer planning guide meets the requirements of the Associate in Arts degree and follows the Illinois Articulation Initiative law enforcement (criminal justice) baccalaureate major recommendations. Harper also offers an associate in applied science degree in law enforcement. Students choosing to follow this sample plan need to choose the major of Associate in Arts if needing financial aid. Transfer institution requirements may vary - students should check individual college/university requirements before completing the sample plan as outlined. Baccalaureate admission may be competitive. Completion of these courses alone does not guarantee admission.
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
First Semester | Hours | |
| ENG 101 | Composition I | 3 |
Description: Emphasizes the writing of expository prose. Introduction to the critical reading of nonfiction prose. IAI C1 900 Prerequisite: ENG 096 with a grade of P or other placement options. https://www.harpercollege.edu/testing/english-placement-grid.php ESL students need one of the following options: ESL 073 and ESL 074 with grades of B or better; ESL 073 with a grade of B or better and required writing placement test score; or ESL 074 with a grade of B or better and required reading placement test score. Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| LEJ 101 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
Description: Studies the history, role, development, and constitutional aspects of law enforcement and public safety. Review of agencies and functions involved in processes of administration of criminal justice. IAI CRJ 901 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective | 3 | |
| Mathematics 1 | 3 | |
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology + | 3 |
Description: Analysis and description of the structure and dynamics of human society. Application of scientific methods to the observation and analysis of social norms, groups, intergroup relations, social change, social stratification and institutions. IAI S7 900 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| Hours | 15 | |
Second Semester | ||
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 |
Description: Continues ENG 101. Reading literature and writing of various types of prose. Introduces methods used in writing investigative papers. IAI C1 901R Prerequisite: ENG 101 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor or department chair. Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| LEJ 210 | Criminology | 3 |
Description: Examines the nature and extent of crime in American society, theories of crime causation and control of criminal behavior. IAI CRJ 912 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective | 3 | |
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 3 | |
| PSY 101 | Introduction to Psychology + | 3 |
Description: Investigates human and animal behavior with an emphasis on the scientific nature of contemporary and classic psychological investigation. Emphasizes psychological theories, principles, and research applications. Introduces the divisions of the American Psychological Association. References biological processes, sensation, perception, learning, memory, thinking, emotional life, mental disorders, intelligence, aptitude, personality, development daily life and everyday problems. IAI S6 900 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| Hours | 15 | |
Third Semester | ||
| Humanities and Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| LEJ 104 | Corrections | 3 |
Description: Provides the student with an integrated knowledge about the system through which the criminal offender is processed. Emphasis will be placed upon the philosophical bases of punishment and treatment techniques in institutional community-based programs plus parole programs. IAI CRJ 911 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| Physical and Life Science 2 | 4 | |
| Social and Behavioral Science 4 | 3 | |
| Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
| Humanities and Fine Arts 3 | 3 | |
| LEJ 205 | Juvenile Justice | 3 |
Description: Examines organization, jurisdiction and functions of juvenile agencies. Juvenile court movement, juvenile detention, processing and treatment. Statutes and court procedures for juveniles. Problems of juvenile delinquency, theories of causation and prevention programs. Police responsibilities and contacts, current community, state and federal prevention programs. IAI CRJ 914 Prerequisite: LEJ 101 with a grade of C or better. Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| Major Discipline and Transfer Elective | 5 | |
| SPE 101 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication | 3 |
Description: Theory and practice of oral communications. Development of poise, confidence and skill in speech organization and delivery. Emphasis on frequent speaking, development of standards of criticism and selection and organization of material. IAI C2 900 Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: N/A Contact Hours: 3 Class Schedule: Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | ||
| Hours | 14 | |
| Total Hours | 60 | |
Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for approved courses in this category.
This course meets the World Culture and Diversity graduation requirement.
Select one Physical and one Life science course. At least one course must include a lab. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for the approved courses in this category.
Select at least one course from Humanities and one from Fine Arts. Interdisciplinary courses may count in either category. Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for the approved courses in this category.
Refer to the Associate in Arts degree for the approved courses in this category.
For more information about Law Enforcement and Justice Administration, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.