I'm interested in the criminal justice degree and heard about Lone Star College’s transfer program with Sam Houston. Can someone explain how this pathway works and what I need to do to qualify for the program?
Sure, I'd be happy to elaborate on Lone Star College and Sam Houston State University's partnership. Essentially, it's designed to facilitate a smooth transition for students like you, interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree after completing an associate's degree.
For the Criminal Justice program, you would first enroll at Lone Star College, taking general education courses and some basic Criminal Justice classes. Once you have completed the required courses for your Associate's degree, you would then transfer to Sam Houston State University to complete your Bachelor's in Criminal Justice.
As far as I understand, there's no special qualification process for this pathway, other than the normal admission requirements for Lone Star College and Sam Houston. Usually, you'd need to maintain a certain GPA, complete the required credits, and fulfill the course requirements stipulated by the two schools.
Remember to talk with an academic advisor at Lone Star College who can help you select appropriate classes and ensure you're on the right track for this pathway. They could also help verify the most current transfer agreement between the two institutions.
It's crucial, once the time approaches, to send your transcript from Lone Star to Sam Houston and apply for admission to Sam Houston. They are the ones who will ultimately confer your bachelor's degree.
This is a great way to get the feel of a smaller campus before transitioning to a four-year university environment and can make for an easier academic and financial transition. Good luck with your academic journey!
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