Morristown, N.J., (April 26, 2024) — Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) is excited to announce a strategic partnership between its nationally ranked Criminal Justice program and the State of New Jersey. This partnership aims to enhance training, education, and career advancement opportunities for individuals seeking to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree, certificate, or individual classes in the field of criminal justice, at a 50% tuition discount. 

Through this partnership and in alignment with its Good Neighbor Program, Saint Elizabeth University will provide accessible and high-quality educational options for state employees. This initiative empowers students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their chosen profession while minimizing financial barriers to education.

"We are proud to partner with the State of New Jersey to expand access to our top-tier Criminal Justice program and provide affordable pathways for individuals to pursue their educational and career goals," said Gary B. Crosby, Ph.D., President of Saint Elizabeth University. "This partnership underscores our commitment to the University's mission, making high-quality education more accessible and affordable, promotes excellence in the field of criminal justice, and supports the professional development of state employees." 

“Saint Elizabeth University is an establishment that shares CSC’s passion to promote diversity and inclusion,” said Allison Chris Myers, Chair & Chief Executive Officer of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) “and we are pleased to partner with them to offer such a cost-effective opportunity to State employees pursuing a criminal justice career.”

For more information about the program, please contact William Schievella at wschievella@steu.edu or visit SEU’s B.A. in Criminal Justice page.

Photo note: Pictured (left) William Schievella,  Director, Police Studies Institute, Professor of Criminal Justice at Saint Elizabeth University; Gary B. Crosby, Ph.D., President of Saint Elizabeth University; and, Allison Chris Myers, Chair & Chief Executive Officer of the Civil Service Commission (CSC).