Class Fees and Dates

Criminal Justice is a limited-access program. Students must complete the Seminole State and Criminal Justice Institute application process before gaining acceptance into the program.

• Criminal Justice admission requirements

To be eligible for in-state fees, an applicant must be a resident of the state of Florida for at least 12 months prior to registration. Contact Seminole State's Admissions Office for details.

In addition to tuition, estimated costs include, but are not limited to:

• Uniforms: $400* (law enforcement and corrections only)
• Books: $55*

* Fees are subject to change.

Law Enforcement Academy: Day Program

The day program is 18-20 weeks long (approximately 770 hours), Monday-Friday, from 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m. Times may vary according to instructional guidelines.

2010 Schedule

• February-July (Full)
• July-December

Law Enforcement Academy: Night Program

The night program is 29-31 weeks long, Monday-Thursday, from 4:45-10 p.m., and Saturday, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Times may vary according to instructional guidelines.

2010 Schedule

• January-July
• May-December

Academy selection takes place six to eight weeks before the first day of classes. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis for qualified recruits.

Approximate Fees

• Application Process: $125* (This is an accumulation of costs; there is no application fee for this program.)
• Tuition/Lab Fee (in-state residents): $2,360*
• Tuition/Lab Fee (out-of-state residents): $7,650*
• Uniforms: $400*
• Books: $55*

* Fees are subject to change. Financial aid is accepted only for those students who qualify.

Corrections Academy

The corrections program is approximately 16 weeks long, Monday-Friday, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Times may vary according to instructional guidelines.

2010 Schedule

• March 18-June 25

Please note: A minimum of 20 students is required for this program.

Approximate Fees

• Application Process: $125* (This is an accumulation of costs; there is no application fee for this program.)
• Tuition/Lab Fee (in-state residents): $1,710*
• Tuition/Lab Fee (out-of-state residents): $5,450*
• Uniforms: $350*
• Books: $55*

* Fees are subject to change. Financial aid is not available for the Corrections Certificate program.

Corrections to Law Enforcement Crossover Training

2010 Schedule

• Day Class: Feb. 1-July 2

Please note: A minimum of 20 students is required for this program.

Requirements

Students must:

• Gain admission to Seminole State
• Complete the Seminole State General Information Sheet
• Provide a passport-sized photo
• Have taken the CJ-BAT for Law Enforcement within the last two years (scores must be current on first day of class)
• Provide the Seminole State Records Office with official transcripts from a corrections training school
• Provide a copy of their FDLE Corrections Certificate
• Provide an employment verification letter if currently employed in corrections
• Submit to a criminal background check if not currently employed in corrections (cost: $54.25)

Approximate Fees

• Tuition: $1,100*
• Books: TBD

* Fees are subject to change.

Auxiliary Law Enforcement Academy

The Auxiliary Law Enforcement Academy takes place on Seminole State's Sanford/Lake Mary Campus.

• Orientation/Information Session: TBA
• Next Academy: TBA

Please note: A minimum of 20 students is required for this program.

Requirements

Students must:

• Gain admission to Seminole State
• Have taken the CJ-BAT for Law Enforcement within the last two years (scores must be current on first day of class)
• Be at least 19 years old
• Have a valid Florida driver's license
• Complete a physical and drug screening
• Have a clean driving record for the past seven years
• Submit to a criminal background check
• Complete and pass the assessment/evaluation process

Approximate Fees

• Tuition: $300*
• Books: TBD

* Fees are subject to change.

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