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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.
Introduction to Criminology is a self-paced online course built around video lessons, quizzes, an assignment, and a final exam. Your grade is weighted 25% attendance, 25% quizzes, 25% assignments, and 25% final exam. A completed course with a grade of C or higher produces a transcript entry that Strayer recognizes as CRJ105 – Crime and Criminal Behavior.
The course covers how crime is defined and measured, why people offend, and how victimization affects individuals and communities. Those skills carry into work in corrections, victim services, community safety, and policy roles. At Strayer, the credit counts toward programs such as the Associate in Arts and the Bachelor's degree, so the knowledge also reduces the remaining coursework you need to finish a credential.
After you finish the course, your transcript is sent to Strayer, and the registrar reviews it for transfer. Strayer applies the equivalency CRJ105 – Crime and Criminal Behavior, so the credit appears on your Strayer record under that course code. Confirm with Strayer's advising team how CRJ105 fits your specific program requirements before you enroll. Strayer's 2026-2027 catalog accepts up to 126 quarter hours toward a bachelor's degree, and this course counts against that ceiling.
This course suits adults who want to move toward a Strayer degree at a lower total cost, including people finishing a degree they started earlier and people changing careers into criminal justice. Because Strayer recognizes the course as CRJ105 – Crime and Criminal Behavior, you can plan for a named equivalency rather than a general elective. Strayer accepts up to 126 quarter hours of transfer credit toward a bachelor's degree, which is 70% of the total, so the course fills part of that allowance. It is not a good fit for someone who needs a live, instructor-led class with fixed meeting times, or for someone who only wants a single elective with no degree goal.
Strayer University signed an articulation agreement with UPI Study (effective 15 June 2025). Its 2026-2027 catalog accepts credit reviewed by ACE and NCCRS, with a grade of C or higher, up to 126 quarter hours toward a bachelor's degree.
Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Strayer determines, in its sole discretion, which credits qualify under the agreement and its transfer credit policies.
Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Strayer University.