UPI Study Colleges CrestPoint University Introduction to Criminology
CrestPoint University Transfer Credit · Criminology 150

PLG-103 – Criminal Law at CrestPoint.

Earn this CrestPoint University equivalency through UPI Study's Introduction to Criminology — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Introduction to Criminology — transfers as PLG-103 – Criminal Law at CrestPoint University
Signed Articulation Agreement · May 2025
UPI Study × CrestPoint University
You complete at UPI Study
Introduction to Criminology
Criminology 150 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
CrestPoint University recognizes as
PLG-103 – Criminal Law
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: PLG-103
DEAC accredited since 2006 · Transcript sent directly to CrestPoint University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to CrestPoint
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of introduction to criminology, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Articulate foundational concepts and definitions in criminology, describe its historical development, and explain the principles of Classical and Neoclassical Criminology along with their contemporary applications
  • Define the legal characteristics and elements of crime, categorize various types of crime based on legal and social criteria, and understand the methodologies and significance of crime measurement in criminal justice research
  • Examine historical and contemporary crime trends in the United States, analyze demographic influences on crime, and evaluate the impact of crime on communities
  • Define victimology, explore key theories and historical context, analyze the concept and costs of victimization, trace the development of victims' rights, and identify risk factors for victimization
  • Understand and apply Rational Choice Theory, explore the Positivist School of Criminology, identify factors in Individual Trait Theory, and evaluate their implications on social policy and crime
  • Provide an overview of sociological theories of crime, examine social conflict and developmental theories, and explore social process theories including their applications in criminology policy and practice
📚Major topics covered
Foundations of criminology & historical evolution Crime classification, attributes & components Methods of crime measurement & research Crime patterns, trends & demographics Victimization & victims' rights Rational choice & trait theories Social structure & social process theories Social conflict theories & restorative justice Developmental theories of crime Violent crimes, murder & sex crimes Property, economic & public order crimes Political crime, terrorism & cyber crime The U.S. criminal justice system Law enforcement in America Punishment, corrections & incarceration Crimes of moral turpitude & drug crimes
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to CrestPoint University's registrar. CrestPoint applies the equivalency: PLG-103 – Criminal Law.

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Tuition saved vs CrestPoint per-credit rate
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Credits transferred
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15

Savings estimate = credits × $325, CrestPoint's published undergraduate per-credit rate (crestpoint.edu/Tuition). CrestPoint accepts up to 72 general education transfer credits and requires a grade of C- or better. Credit awards are subject to CrestPoint's registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

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📚 About Introduction to Criminology
What is Introduction to Criminology?
Introduction to Criminology is a college-level course that explores human behavior, social patterns, and psychological or sociological frameworks. It is Criminology 150 — a standard lower-division course worth 3 credit hours, carrying an NCCRS recommendation from NCCRS.
What will I be able to do after this course?
You will be able to analyze human behavior, apply key theoretical frameworks, evaluate research findings, and think critically about social and psychological phenomena — skills valued in counseling, education, research, and social services.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries an NCCRS recommendation for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry an NCCRS recommendation — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About PLG-103 – Criminal Law at CrestPoint
Does CrestPoint University accept Introduction to Criminology as a direct equivalent to their PLG-103 – Criminal Law?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and CrestPoint University, UPI Study's Introduction to Criminology is recognized as a direct named equivalent of CrestPoint's PLG-103 – Criminal Law — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Introduction to Criminology as transferring as PLG-103 – Criminal Law — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your CrestPoint transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken PLG-103 – Criminal Law at CrestPoint or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for PLG-103 – Criminal Law, CrestPoint typically applies UPI Study's Introduction to Criminology as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your CrestPoint advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking PLG-103 – Criminal Law directly at CrestPoint?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your CrestPoint degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while CrestPoint's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without CrestPoint enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at CrestPoint to reduce overall program time.
Does CrestPoint University ever change which courses they accept as PLG-103 – Criminal Law?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and CrestPoint University explicitly lists Introduction to Criminology → PLG-103 – Criminal Law. We update this page whenever the agreement changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the agreement change.
🔄 About transferring to CrestPoint
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my CrestPoint degree?
CrestPoint University accepts up to 60% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 72 credits for the bachelor's degree. 29 UPI Study courses are recognized by CrestPoint under the UPI Study × CrestPoint articulation agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at CrestPoint.
Do I need to enroll at CrestPoint first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no CrestPoint enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to CrestPoint when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach CrestPoint?
Once you complete Introduction to Criminology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by CrestPoint University. CrestPoint's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (PLG-103 – Criminal Law) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to Criminology for your CrestPoint credit.

What is Introduction to Criminology?

Introduction to Criminology is the study of crime as a social and legal phenomenon. It looks at how crime is defined, how it is measured, why people offend, how victimization affects individuals and communities, and how different theories explain criminal behavior.

How the course teaches you

Introduction to Criminology is a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. At CrestPoint, completing the course can result in transcript credit that is recognized as PLG-103 – Criminal Law, with the grade structure set at 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The course gives students a practical base for understanding crime, victimization, and criminal behavior, which can be useful in professional settings where legal and social issues come up. For CrestPoint students, that learning can also support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Paralegal Studies or the Bachelor of Business Administration, where PLG-103 – Criminal Law fits as a named course equivalency.

Skills you walk away with

Explain major criminology theories, including classical, rational choice, trait, and sociological theoriesIdentify the legal elements and categories of crimeInterpret basic crime measurement methods and research findingsAnalyze crime trends, demographics, and community impactDescribe victimization, victims' rights, and risk factorsConnect criminology concepts to social policy and restorative justiceRecognize patterns in violent crime, murder, and sex crimes

Taking this course toward CrestPoint

After you finish the course, the transcript is sent so CrestPoint can review the credit for transfer. CrestPoint's registrar applies the named equivalency PLG-103 – Criminal Law under the articulation agreement, which means the course is recognized as a specific catalog course rather than just an unspecified elective. That recognition can help the credit fit more cleanly into a degree plan at CrestPoint, including programs like the Associate of Paralegal Studies or Bachelor of Business Administration. Keep in mind that CrestPoint allows up to 72 transfer credits, or 60% of a degree.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students planning ahead for CrestPoint and looking for a course that maps to PLG-103 – Criminal Law under the signed articulation agreement. It can also work well for students who want to use transfer credit within CrestPoint's 72-credit maximum, especially if they are trying to move efficiently through a degree plan. It is not the best choice for someone who needs a course that will transfer only as general elective credit or who is not aiming for CrestPoint.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to CrestPoint.

CrestPoint University accepts transfer credit recommended by ACE, NCCRS, and CCAP. Under the signed articulation agreement with UPI Study, each course below has an assigned CrestPoint course equivalent.

What CrestPoint offers UPI students
Signed articulation agreement (May 2025)
Accepts ACE, NCCRS & CCAP credit
Instructor-led courses with live interaction
DEAC accredited · Arizona licensed · NC-SARA
The numbers
72 credits
Max general education transfer credits
C- or better
Minimum grade required to transfer

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Students must be enrolled at CrestPoint in good standing and meet course and program requirements. Final credit awards are determined solely by CrestPoint University's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to CrestPoint University.