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WHAT YOU NEED FOR WHERE YOU’RE GOING

Complete the FAFSA at www.fafsa.ed.gov Apply each year after January 1st for the upcoming academic year. Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool, if eligible. Apply early–some funds are limited. (School code–001526)

Receive and Review the Student Aid Report (SAR)If corrections are needed, make changes at www.fafsa.ed.gov. If the front page of the SAR indicates that you will have to submit financial documents to the Financial Aid Office, your application has been selected for verification. Complete the verification process as soon as possible so your financial aid is not delayed.

Financial Aid AwardsNew students must be admitted to the University before receiving an award package. If you have questions regarding your admission, contact the Admissions Office where you attend. Notification of award is sent to the student via his/her saintleo.edu email address. The student will be instructed to view his/her award package on eLion.

Accepting a Federal Direct LoanGo to eLion (https://elion.saintleo.edu), under the Financial Aid section, click on Accept or Reject My Financial Aid Awards, and follow the instructions. Federal loan borrowers must complete a Master Promissory Note (MPN) and Entrance Counseling at www.studentloans.gov. To reduce the loan amount awarded, submit a Request to Change Loan Amounts form. This form is available in eForm on the student portal.

Questions?You can contact us by:Phone: (800) 240-7658 (Mon.–Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.)Email: finaid@saintleo.eduFax: (866) 708-7770Website: www.saintleo.edu/finaidView your financial aid awards and documents: https://elion.saintleo.edu

VA Educational BenefitsSaint Leo University is approved for Tuition Assistance and Veterans Administration Funding, including the GI Bill®. Saint Leo University is also a participating member of the Yellow Ribbon Program. For more information, please contact the VA certifying official at your Saint Leo University center of attendance.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

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Saint Leo University has a strong commitment to principles of equal employment opportunity and equal access to education. Saint Leo University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnic origin, genetic information, gender, nationality, race, religion, or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law in its educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, employment, or other school administered programs.

The policy is enforced by Saint Leo University and by applicable laws such as Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992.

Saint Leo University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Saint Leo University.

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Saint Leo University is a non-profit higher education institution founded in 1889.

State Financial Aid Assistance

Why Saint Leo?

Financial Aid AssistanceState student aid programs may provide need-based and non-need-based grants/scholarships and loan programs for residents. Check with your state agency for more information.

Residents of the State of Florida attending a private college may be eligible for the Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG).

The Georgia Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally (HOPE) Scholarship is available to Georgia residents who have demonstrated academic achievement.

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Saint Leo University has provided world-class academic degree programs to its students since its founding in 1889. Today the University offers over 50 academic programs, including some of the most sought-after majors you’ll find anywhere.

Our mission is straightforward: we are here to help you become a better you. We provide you what you need for where you’re going.

Welcome to Saint Leo University A.A. CRIMINAL JUSTICE - Program Components

PROGRAM OVERVIEWA tradition of innovation and integrity in law enforcement education

Saint Leo University has been involved in educating criminal justice professionals for more than 30 years. The program is built on a strong foundation and Saint Leo’s reputation of offering a high-quality education and a willingness to address the needs of working professionals through flexible and convenient schedules at an affordable cost. The department has established various education partnerships among law enforcement associations, such as with the FBI National Academy and the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association.

Saint Leo’s faculty are former law enforcement and criminal justice practitioners with extensive experience in the field of criminal justice. Our alumni can be found in a wide variety of criminal justice-related professions. These graduates have achieved successful careers as command-level administrators in law enforcement, corrections, security, and at all levels of government.

A FLEXIBLE PROGRAM OF STUDY Our emphasis on technology allows students to advance their careers whenever and wherever they want. Our convenient on-ground, online and CD-ROM formats are designed to meet the demands of a student’s busy schedule and their professional and personal needs. Unique opportunities also exist for students to travel abroad to attend specialized courses in the program.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSThe University’s general education program consists of 42 credit hours comprised of 12 credits of foundational learning in English composition, mathematics, and computer skills. The University Explorations program is a selection of 30 credit hours spread over five learning clusters representing the liberal arts and sciences:

Foundation CoursesENG 121 Academic Writing I 3

ENG 122 Academic Writing II 3

MAT 131 College Mathematics 3

COM 140 Basic Computer Skills 3 The Human Adventure Complete one course from the following choices:

ECO 110HA Economics for Life 3

HTY 110HA Immigration: The Changing Face of America 3

POL 110HA Revolution Now! Democracy in Troubled Times 3

PSY 110HA Psychological Well Being: How to be Sane in an Insane World 3

SOC 110HA The McDonaldization of Society 3

The Human Mosaic Complete one course from the following choices:

ART 110HM Curves Ahead: Women Artists and the Female Form 3

HTY 110HM Native American History & Life: More Than Tipis & Tomahawks HTY-110HM also offered as SSC-110HM.

3

HUM 110HM Television and the American Family: Your Shows, My Shows 3

SOC 110HM Building a Multiracial Society 3

IDS 210HM Once Upon a Time: Readings in Folklore and Culture 3

Science in a Changing World Complete two courses from the following choices:

SCI 110SC Evaluating the Predictions of Global Warming 3

SCI 115SC Is Evolution True? Your Inner Fish 3

SCI 120SC Human Ecology 3

SCI 210SC Energy and Its Impact on Global Society 3

SCI 215SC Science in Science Fiction 3

The Creative Life Complete one course from the following choices:

FAS 110CL Living the Theatre: Dramatic Skills for all Disciplines 3

HUM 110CL Giants of the Arts 3

MUS 110CL Spirituals to Rock and Roll: The Story of How American Popular Music Conquered the World

3

ENG 210CL Love and Desire in Literature 3

ENG 215CL Monsters and the Monstrous in Literature 3

ENG 220CL On the Proverbial Road: Journeys of Transformation in Narrative 3

ENG 225CL Writing Wild: Exploring the Four Genres 3

The Reflective and Spiritual Life Complete one course from the following choices:

PHI 110RS Encountering the Real: Faith and Philosophical Enquiry 3

PHI 210RS Thinking and Doing Ethics 3

Complete one course from the following Religion courses:

REL 110RS The Emergence of Christianity: Examination of Foundational Christian Texts 3

REL 123 Christian Spiritual Vision 3

REL 210RS Many are Called, but Who is Chosen? Christian Understandings of Salvation 3

REL 223 World Religions: East and West 3

Program Overview

CRM 220 Survey of the Criminal Justice System 3

CRM 222 Introduction to Homeland Defense 3

CRM 230 Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation 3

CRM 321 Substantive Criminal Law 3

CRM 322 Law of Criminal Procedure 3

CRM 323 Criminal Investigation 3

CRM 350 Criminal Justice Ethics 3

General Elective Credits: Complete enough general elective credit hours to fulfill total hours required for degree completion.

TOTAL CREDITS 60 Note: Current information and detailed descriptions can be found in the most recent edition of the academic catalog on the University website at www.saintleo.edu

All students are responsible for completing the requirements as defined in the current Academic Catalog that is specific to the year of their enrollment to Saint Leo University. The online Academic Catalog is updated throughout the year and supersedes any information in this brochure. Thus, it is important to check the current Academic Catalog for all current program information.