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Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Frequently Asked Questions
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
- Do I ever have to physically appear on-campus?
No, you may earn your degree 100% at a distance.
- Is UW-Platteville accredited?
Yes, UW-Platteville is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. UW-Platteville is nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The business faculty has been actively involved in distance learning for 25 years and 40% have received awards for teaching and advising excellence. Distance learning students complete the same requirements and earn the same degree as campus students
- What is the cost of tuition? Are payment plans offered? Is financial aid available?
For current tuition rates, click here. UW-Platteville does not offer payment plans. All tuition and fees must be paid before you begin a course. MasterCard and VISA are accepted. Financial aid is available. To determine eligibility, contact the financial aid office at 608-342-1836 or trotter@uwplatt.edu. Please specify that you are a prospective distance learning student.
- Will my previous course work transfer to UW-Platteville?
The Distance Learning Center staff will review and evaluate transcripts to determine which credits will transfer to UW-Platteville before you are admitted to a degree program. The number of credits transferred will depend on the accreditation of previous schools attended, grades received, and the content of courses taken. There are articulation agreements in effect with technical colleges in Wisconsin and, increasingly, with two-year colleges in Iowa. UW-Platteville must abide by these agreements, which indicate which courses will be accepted. Not all courses from these institutions may transfer.
If you are interested in taking classes at another university and using them as your general requirements, consult with your academic advisor before enrolling in the course at the other institution. You will need t o contact the other institution and request a course number and description. The course description will be needed to receive approval for this course.
- Where should previous schools I have attended send my official transcripts?
Distance Learning Center
University of Wisconsin–Platteville
1 University Plaza
Platteville, WI 53818
Transcripts must be sent by the issuing institution. Transcripts sent by students will not be accepted or evaluated.
- How do I receive my textbooks and course materials?
Textbook information for online courses can be found at "textbook info."
- How are examinations administered?
The method of examination varies from course-to-course. Some common examples of course exams include:
- Multiple choice exams. Generally these exams are timed, meaning once a student starts an exam they have a predetermined time to complete it (generally around 1-2 hours). In some classes these exams may be proctored, meaning exams are proctored at a location near you by a person whom you select and the university approves. Examples of acceptable proctors are educators, librarians, clergy, and human resource personnel. A majority of the criminal justice courses are not proctored exams.
- Essay/short answer exams. These exams may be timed (as defined above) or students may have a "take home" exam where students have a longer period of time to complete it and it is open book.
- How long will it take me to earn my degree?
The time required to obtain a degree varies based on the number of transfer credits you receive, how much time you are able to devote to coursework, and individual financial considerations.
- Will I have an academic advisor?
Yes, you will be assigned an advisor after you have been admitted as a matriculated student.
- Will I have access to library resources?
Yes, all students have access to UW-Platteville's Karrmann Library. For library access assistance once you’ve been accepted into the program, use the HELP/Library Access link.
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