Berkeley College

Widely recognized as unique among colleges and universities, Berkeley College offers a proven approach to career education that provides students with a competitive edge and the skills sought by employers. This innovative combination of benefits is known as The Berkeley AdvantageŽ.

• Small classes for more personal attention
• A faculty selected for both academic credentials and professional experience
• Flexible scheduling: day, evening/weekend, and online classes
• Seven convenient locations in the New York metropolitan area
• A Bachelor's degree in as little as three years or an Associate's degree in just 18 months
• Online degrees: Bachelor's and Associate's, both part-time and full-time
• More than $28 million each year in Berkeley College grants and scholarships for qualified students
• A tuition freeze for students who maintain continuous, full-time enrollment
• More than 20 Career Services professionals who collectively specialize in each field of study and actively pursue job opportunities for every student
• On-the-job internships as part of the curriculum
• An extensive network of employer connections
• Free lifetime career assistance

As an indication of Berkeley's success, every year a high number of graduates gain employment in positions related to their studies. Last year, Berkeley's graduate employment rate was 90 percent.

Middlesex Campus

Middlesex, the central New Jersey campus of Berkeley, is located in downtown Woodbridge less than one block from the North Jersey Coast Line train station.

Associate's in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice

Facing new and unanticipated domestic and international challenges, the American justice system and the roles of agencies and individuals involved in law enforcement are constantly being redefined. Built on a solid base in business and technology, this program is designed to prepare graduates with the skills required for entry-level positions in a variety of agencies administering justice including local police and corrections departments, state and federal agencies, and private and corporate security operations.

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Associate's in Paralegal Studies

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Paralegals, also known as legal assistants, are individuals qualified to perform law-related work which requires knowledge of legal concepts and procedures and is usually, but not exclusively, performed by lawyers. Under the supervision of a lawyer, a paralegal may analyze legal issues; investigate and evaluate facts; prepare pleadings, contracts, forms, legal memoranda and other documents; interview clients; assist in case management; and perform other duties to assist the lawyer in the delivery of legal services to clients. Areas of practice include litigation, business/corporate, real estate, trusts and estates, family law, criminal law, tax, bankruptcy, immigration, environmental law, collection, employee benefits, computer law, intellectual property, securities, entertainment law and workers compensation.

The program is designed to prepare graduates with the technical skills, general knowledge and communication abilities necessary to be successful as entry-level legal assistants; to satisfy the legal community's need for legal assistants who can work independently under the supervision of an attorney; and to satisfy society's need for more comprehensive, efficient and available legal services.

Bachelor's in Justice Studies - Criminal Justice

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Built on a solid base in business and technology, this program is designed to prepare you with the in-depth understanding and practical skills required for successful careers in criminal justice, security and justice administration. With elective courses in specialized areas such as terrorism, cyber crime, global security, and intelligence, you will have the opportunity to analyze emerging issues in the field and focus your studies in a single area such as policing or security.