College of Saint Elizabeth
The mission of the College of Saint Elizabeth is to be a community of learning in the Catholic liberal arts tradition for students of diverse ages, backgrounds and cultures.
Characterized by a strong Catholic identity and values, the College is committed to scholarship and critical inquiry. It fosters just and ethical relations and the promotion of women as full partners in society in all its programs, including those which enroll both women and men.
With quality teaching as a primary activity and the development of leadership in a spirit of service and social responsibility for others, the College promotes a caring personal environment where students learn by example as well as by participation throughout their educational experience.
The College of Saint Elizabeth is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.
Bachelor of Arts in Justice Studies
The justice studies program at the College of Saint Elizabeth (CSE) is a 40-credit multidisciplinary program within the 128-credit undergraduate degree offering a choice of two tracks: criminal justice and legal studies. An 18-credit justice studies minor is also available in either criminal justice, legal studies or victim services.
The program is open to both adult men and women through the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies, as well as traditional age Women's College students. The curriculum is designed to provide students with a broad but intensive understanding and appreciation of the social, ethical, political and cultural issues pertinent to criminal justice and the law. This degree is specifically designed to continue the education of criminal justice and legal professionals and to prepare students looking to begin careers in criminal justice and law.
Program benefits
- 50% tuition discount (if eligible)
- Part-time enrollment at convenient times
- Internships available with local criminal justice agencies, law firms and corporate security
- Online classes offered
- Faculty members with professional experience
- Small class size to maximize learning and interaction with faculty
- Classes at our picturesque Morristown campus or County College of Morris
NOTE: Adult students applying through the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies can transfer a maximum of 96 college credits (if applicable to program).
Certificate in Victim Services
The College of Saint Elizabeth (CSE) has established an 18-credit program designed to provide students with theoretical and practical knowledge of the criminal justice/legal system. The student will gain an understanding of the sociological and psychological theories of victimization, effects of victimization, training in basic intervention/counseling skills and professional experience in victim services through a professional internship placement. A 50% tuition discount is available for current criminal justice professionals, such as police officers, law enforcement personnel, firefighters, court administrators, correction officers and members of the US Armed Forces on active duty.
There is a growing movement within the criminal justice system in the United States to better support and serve victims of crime. This movement, which had its beginnings in New Jersey, is now becoming nationwide. Police departments, social service agencies, as well as county prosecutors' offices, are providing victim services. The program is taught by experienced faculty members and consists of a combined curriculum from the areas of justice studies, psychology and sociology. This certificate would be beneficial to any individual looking to pursue a career in any area of victim services or a current professional within the criminal justice system, social work agencies, hospitals and community mental health agencies.
Unique Elements of this Program
- First certificate program of its kind offered in New Jersey
- 50% tuition discount for current criminal justice professionals (if eligible)
- Part-time enrollment at convenient times
- Internships available with local criminal justice offices and law firms
- Faculty members with professional law enforcement experience
- Small class size to maximize learning and interaction with faculty
- Classes at our picturesque Morristown campus
Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology and Counseling
The M.A. in Forensic Psychology and Counseling program offered by the College of Saint Elizabeth provides graduate with the skills and knowledge they need to provide effective, high quality mental health counseling and evaluation services in a variety of forensic settings. The program balances traditional knowledge of counseling with the understanding, evaluation, and treatment of adult and juvenile offenders, as well as the victims of crime and domestic violence. The curriculum will prepare graduates to work in a number of settings such as juvenile detention centers, secure forensic units in state facilities, community mental health centers, jails/prisons, probation services, court service units, protective services, violence risk assessment, and specialized agencies such as child advocacy centers.
Unique Elements of this program
- Students can complete their degree in 2 ½ years through a cohort-based model by attending classes twice a week or students can choose to progress through the program at their own pace if the cohort model is not convenient for their needs.
- All courses are offered either on weeknights or Saturdays to meet the needs of busy adult learners.
Master of Arts in Justice Administration and Public Service - Online
This new MA in Justice Administration and Public Service program – which can be completed fully online, focuses on the development of exceptional leaders with a strong concern for social justice in the areas of public safety and administration.
Unique Elements of this program:
- Program can be completed fully online
- Small class size maximizes learning
- Provides scholarly interaction with faculty experienced in the justice field
- Flexible advisement hours and registration either in person or online
- Design research projects pertaining to moral, ethical and social justice issus related to public safety and security.
- Apply acquired knowledge of crime and public-safety problems by devising detailed, appropriate responses and resolutions.
- No GRE or GMAT exams required
- Program consists of 30 credits