Undergraduate Extended Accelerator Pathway (3-Term) - Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

at Shorelight Group - Adelphi University USA

Make your mark in law, nonprofits, business, international affairs, lobbying or advocacy. Or you can become a policy analyst, legislative assistant, public relations/media specialist, political consultant or market researcher.

• Receive personal attention from award-winning faculty who are recognized nationwide for their teaching and scholarship.
• Learn by doing, through study abroad, a semester in Washington, D.C., internships or a National Model United Nations course.
• Be career-ready by graduation with internships, career development opportunities and our powerful alumni network.

A psychology degree opens the door to a career in many fields—banking, law,
medicine, research, marketing, human resources and counseling/therapy practice. You can work as a clinical psychologist, a guidance counselor or a mental health counselor with additional training or schooling. Or you can become a researcher or professor by pursuing doctoral studies.

• Study in small classes with expert faculty and learn through internships in local organizations.
• Gain a real research experience working directly with faculty through our Emerging Scholars Program —a yearlong intensive independent study.
• Graduate ready for a career or graduate school.

• Benefit from working closely with faculty members who will advise you in your studies and guide you through your research.
• Receive one-on-one attention in small classes taught by our experienced art professors. Have the opportunity to take classes at some of the most famous museums in New York City.
• Become career-ready with the right tools and internship experiences to succeed outside the classroom.
   

Chemistry majors are in demand for many different occupational fields. This degree will prepare you for graduate work in chemistry, biochemistry, forensics, teaching, pharmacy and chemical engineering and is an excellent degree for students planning to apply to medical or dental schools.

• Learn in small classes with expert faculty who are focused on your success.
• Conduct research under the mentorship of a faculty member using state-of-the-art equipment and present your research results at conferences throughout the New York area and beyond.
• Continue on to a prestigious graduate program or begin your career in chemistry.

A biology degree opens the door to many careers. You can work in a research lab, hospital or in the biotechnology, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or environmental fields. You can go on to medical school, veterinary school, dental school or other advanced degree programs.

• Learn in small classes with expert faculty who are focused on your success.
• Gain hands-on learning experience in real-world settings with our courses that include laboratory or field components.
• Prepare for prestigious graduate programs or the start of your career in the biological sciences.

English majors enjoy successful careers as teachers, lawyers, publishers, editors, librarians, engineers, doctors, lawyers, writers, ad executives, administrators, social media managers, academics, journalists, web producers and more.

• Receive personal attention in small, seminar-style classes and individualize your education through meaningful extracurricular enrichment.
• Learn from leading scholars and authors who are nationally recognized for their writing and research.
• Develop the intellectual tools to launch the career of your choice, whether you’re interested in writing—fiction, nonfiction, poetry or playwriting—or any other pursuit.

A Master’s of Computer Science enhances students’ ability to enter into a cutting-edge field with the technical and professional skills they need to stand out in the competitive job market. With a focus on research and industry-leading trends, students are equipped with the necessary tools for a successful career in the digital space.

To enhance your area of expertise, the M.S. in Computer Science program offers two areas of specialization:

• Cybersecurity
• Software Engineering

Prepare for a career teaching art for diverse learners across a range of educational settings. You will learn a range of ways to make, present, interpret and teach art, as well as how to collaborate across a variety of disciplines and communities in the process. Graduate ready to take on a number of creative endeavors in the arts, including teaching grades Pre-K through 12 at a public or private school, lead museum education programs or run a community-based arts program.

• Build your creative skills with courses in studio art, art history and contemporary art and be eligible for New York state certification in visual arts education upon graduation.
• Shape your degree to match your unique passions—from art therapy to animation or museum education—as you learn to design and facilitate arts-based programs.
• Enhance your résumé by gaining hands-on experience in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math), a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning.

At the Adelphi Creative Writing MFA program, creativity and passion meet skill and hands-on experience. During your time in the program, you’ll feel energized by intimate writing workshops, learn from inspiring mentors, and benefit from partnerships with leading literary organizations in New York City.

The distinctive MFA in Creative Writing curriculum offers you the opportunity to:

• Explore poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction, and dramatic writing.
• Meet with writers, agents, and editors to learn about the professional life of a writer.
• Learn how to submit a manuscript and apply for grants and jobs.

You’ll be equipped to launch a well-paid career as a data scientist, statistician, program developer, financial manager or information security analyst—or ready to continue on to graduate studies, expanding your range of career opportunities.

• Enjoy one-on-one attention from distinguished faculty in small classes and lab settings.
• Choose the course of study, BA or BS, that best reflects your career goals, strengths and interests.
• Graduate ready to launch a rewarding career in the public or private sector, or choose to continue your education and go for an advanced degree.