FAQs
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| Question | Answer |
| Will I be earning a degree from The Universities at Shady Grove? | No. Graduates of this program receive a Bachelors degree from the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP). |
| Can I transfer my community college coursework to UMCP? | UMCP will evaluate your community college coursework. Applicable transfer credits will be included on your transcript. |
| Will I have to go to main campus for student life or academic support? | Not unless you want to! USG is a full service campus that offers academic & financial aid counselors, academic support & career centers, a full service library, cafe, fitness facilities, student clubs, social activities, and more. |
| Can I get an internship while I'm a student at USG? | USG and the CCJS department have partnered with several local law firms, law enforcement agencies, and similar organizations to offer internships for upper level college credit. |
| Am I qualified for UMCP scholarships? | Yes! CCJS students at USG are eligible for both UMCP and USG scholarship opportunities. |
| Will I have to take classes at main campus? | Not unless you want to. There are ample courses offered at USG and students can complete all program requirements without traveling to main campus. |
| Do I have to complete all lower level coursework prior to transferring into the program? | With advisor approval, students can continue coursework at another institution to complete degree requirements. |
| Are the admission requirements the same as UMCP's main campus in College Park? | On main campus, CCJS is a Limited Enrollment Program (LEP). At USG, our program is not an LEP. A USG application is required to transfer to the USG program. |
| Can I minor in criminal justice? | Yes, you can minor in criminal justice! This option is available to all non-CCJS majors. Learn more about the Minor in Criminal Justice. |