Criminal Justice
All areas of criminal justice, both locally and nationally, are seeking qualified criminal justice graduates ready to serve and protect their communities.
Everett Community College, a leader in criminal justice education for more than 30 years, offers two degree options for students interested in criminal justice careers.
Associate in Applied Science - Transfer
This degree is designed to transfer specifically to Central Washington University's Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Administrative Management or Information Technology.
The Associate in Applied Science is considered a technical degree and prepares the qualified student for more immediate employment in the criminal justice field with the opportunity for transfer to a Bachelor's program.
Students should meet with a Criminal Justice Program advisor and maintain their Associate in Applied Sciences curriculum guide. 
Associate in Arts and Sciences - Direct Transfer
The Associate in Arts and Sciences Direct Transfer degree is a general education degree with an emphasis in Criminal Justice, and transfers directly to most universities. NOTE: Though courses in a foreign language are not required for the EvCC Direct Transfer degree, some universities may require two or three quarters of foreign language for admission or graduation.
Students should meet with a Criminal Justice Program advisor and maintain their Associate in Arts and Sciences curriculum guide.
Why you need a degree in Criminal Justice -
To apply for employment, many agencies now require:
- 90 credits toward a criminal justice or related degree, or
- Two year degree in a criminal justice program, or
- Two year degree in a related field of study.
- Major federal agencies require a bachelor's degree.
Other advantages of a degree:
- Promotional opportunities increase
- Accelerated pay schedule
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