Does Harrison's School of Criminal Justice have a forensic lab?
Yes, our Indianapolis-Downtown campus has a forensic lab on site. Students will learn fundamental skills and become familiar with technology used in the field of criminal justice. 
 
How much money will I make in the criminal justice field once I graduate with an Associate degree?
Just like in any other field you will have to work your way up. The great thing about holding an Associate degree is that you will now have more opportunities: opportunities you didn’t have when you had only a high school diploma or GED. Harrison is proud to now offer a Bachelor of Science program in Criminal Justice and several of our Criminal Justice Associate degree graduates are continuing on in this program. By pursuing their Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice, these students will be opening up even more doors of opportunity.

For more detailed salary and career information, visit our Find-a-Program page or view a complete list of all academic programs. Click on the Criminal Justice program that interests you most. If you have more questions, we encourage you to contact one of our friendly Harrison Admissions Representatives who can help.

As a graduate of the Criminal Justice program, would I be eligible to attend the Indiana State Police Academy to become an Indiana State Policeperson?  
Individuals interested in the Indiana State Police Academy must apply for admission into the Academy, but a Criminal Justice degree does not guarantee admission.

The Indiana State Policy Academy provides a rigorous training program for any individual wishing to pursue a career with the Indiana State Police Department. The Academy has their own unique set of rules and qualifications for eligibility into the program. Please visit the Indiana State Police Department website for further details.

I see Harrison offers both Associate of Applied Science and Bachelor of Science degrees for the Criminal Justice program. What’s the difference? 
Harrison College’s Associate of Applied Science degree programs provide students with the hands-on skills necessary to secure an entry-level position within most criminal justice organizations. Our Bachelor of Science degree programs provide additional training with a greater emphasis on systems, application, and analysis of issues and problems found in the field today.

Although many entry-level positions require an Associate degree, there are a number that require a Bachelor degree. Furthermore, the Bachelor degree may provide greater opportunities for salary and advancement based on the requirements of the business and industry.