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Indiana Tech Transfer Credit · Criminology 150

CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology at Indiana Tech.

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

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Introduction to Criminology — transfers as CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology at Indiana Tech
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Introduction to Criminology
Criminology 150 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
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Indiana Tech recognizes as
CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: CJ 1100
HLC accredited · Transcript sent directly to Indiana Tech
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Indiana Tech
⏱️ 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 Indiana Tech's registrar. Indiana Tech applies the equivalency: CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology.

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Tuition saved vs Indiana Tech per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
Months to complete via UPI
15

Savings = credits × $490 (Indiana Tech's published online undergraduate per-credit rate). Indiana Tech credit awards are subject to their Office of the University Registrar review and policy.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Introduction to Criminology → Indiana Tech.

📚 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 CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology at Indiana Tech
Does Indiana Tech accept Introduction to Criminology as a direct equivalent to their CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology?
Yes. Under the published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Indiana Tech, UPI Study's Introduction to Criminology is recognized as a direct named equivalent of Indiana Tech's CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology — 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 CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your Indiana Tech transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology at Indiana Tech or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology, Indiana Tech typically applies UPI Study's Introduction to Criminology as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your Indiana Tech advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology directly at Indiana Tech?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your Indiana Tech degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while Indiana Tech's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without Indiana Tech enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at Indiana Tech to reduce overall program time.
Does Indiana Tech ever change which courses they accept as CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current published transfer agreement between UPI Study and Indiana Tech explicitly lists Introduction to Criminology → CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology. 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 Indiana Tech
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my Indiana Tech degree?
Indiana Tech accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 69 UPI Study courses are recognized by Indiana Tech under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at Indiana Tech.
Do I need to enroll at Indiana Tech first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no Indiana Tech enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to Indiana Tech when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach Indiana Tech?
Once you complete Introduction to Criminology, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Indiana Tech. Indiana Tech's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Introduction to Criminology for your Indiana Tech 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

Indiana Tech recognizes this course as CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology, a named course equivalency rather than a general elective. The course is completed through video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam, with grading split 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam. Once the transcript is issued, Indiana Tech can evaluate the credit toward the CJ 1100 requirement.

How it helps beyond the classroom

This course gives you a working understanding of crime, victimization, and the main theories used in criminal justice, which can support study and job tasks that involve public safety, policy, or community services. At Indiana Tech, the credit may fit into degree planning for programs such as the Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science, depending on how your overall transfer record is reviewed.

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 Indiana Tech

After you finish the course, the transcript is sent for review and Indiana Tech applies the credit as CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology when the course meets its transfer rules. Because this is a named course equivalency, it has a specific place in the Indiana Tech catalog and can satisfy that course requirement rather than just counting as unspecified elective credit. Indiana Tech accepts transfer credit from regionally and nationally accredited institutions, and curriculum-related coursework with a grade of C or better is considered for credit. Keep in mind that Indiana Tech allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of a degree.

Who this course is for

This is a practical choice for students who want a clear transfer target at Indiana Tech and need coursework that maps directly to CJ 1100 – Introduction to Criminology. It can also help students who are building toward Indiana Tech degree programs while staying within the 90-credit transfer ceiling. It is not the best fit if you need a course that will transfer as a different subject area or if you are already at the point where additional transfer credit would exceed Indiana Tech's limit.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Indiana Tech.

Indiana Institute of Technology (Indiana Tech) is HLC-accredited and accepts transfer credit from both regionally and nationally accredited institutions. Curriculum-related coursework with a grade of C or better is considered for credit.

What Indiana Tech offers UPI students
✓Accepts regional & national accreditation
✓C-or-better coursework considered
✓Transfer agreements with many providers
✓Online, associate through doctoral degrees
The numbers
90 credits
Max transfer toward a bachelor's
45 credits
Max transfer toward an associate

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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