Continue Your Education with CJI’s Degree Programs for Arkansas Law Enforcement
If you’ve ever considered earning a college degree, CJI’s Higher Education Degree Program offers a practical way to build on the training and experience you’ve already gained as a law enforcement officer.
Designed exclusively for certified Arkansas law enforcement officers, the program allows participants to earn a Certificate of Proficiency, Technical Certificate, or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in law enforcement-focused areas of study. Through partnerships with colleges and universities across Arkansas, officers can complete specialized coursework through the Criminal Justice Institute while earning college credit toward their educational goals.
The program currently offers degree pathways in:
Why Choose These Programs?
One of the unique benefits of the program is that eligible coursework completed through CJI is awarded college credit at no cost to Arkansas law enforcement personnel, helping reduce the overall cost of obtaining a certificate or degree. Participants complete CJI courses alongside general education requirements through a partnering institution, creating a flexible path to higher education while continuing to work full-time.
Whether you’re preparing for future leadership opportunities, expanding your professional knowledge, or simply working toward a degree you’ve always wanted to complete, CJI’s Higher Education Degree Program provides an opportunity to turn your training and experience into academic credentials.
- Exclusive to Arkansas Law Enforcement: Only active law enforcement officers employed within the state are eligible. Civilians performing crime scene duties may enroll in CSI programs.
- Affordable Education: While you pay tuition and fees for general education courses at your chosen college or university, college credit for CJI courses is available at no cost to you.
- Flexible Learning: Combine specialized CJI courses with general education classes from partnering institutions.
- Career Growth: Gain advanced skills in crime scene processing or leadership and administration to open doors for promotions and specialized roles.
Want to get started? Here’s how it works:
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Submit an Intent to Enroll Form and FERPA Form
These forms let us notify partnering colleges/universities and assist you in completing your chosen certificate or degree plan.
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Choose Your College or University
Four-Year Institutions:
University of Arkansas at Fort Smith
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
University of Arkansas at Monticello
Two-Year Institutions:
Arkansas State University at Beebe
Arkansas State University at Newport
Cossatot Community College of the UA
National Park College
North Arkansas College
Northwest Arkansas Community College
Phillips Community College of the UA
Pulaski Technical College
UA Community College at Batesville
UA Community College at Hope
UA Community College at Morrilton
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Complete Enrollment & Advising
Work with advisors at your chosen institution and CJI to map out your academic journey.
Information concerning financial aid opportunities, including Pell grants, student loans, and workforce improvement grants, can be obtained by contacting the financial aid offices of participating higher education institutions and the Arkansas Department of Higher Education.
For advising on CJI coursework and additional information about the program, contact Beth Green: [email protected] | (501) 570-8045