DICKINSON, N.D. — Williston State College and Dickinson State University are expanding their Degree Bridge partnership to include a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, further strengthening access to four-year degree opportunities for students in northwest North Dakota.
The criminal justice program joins the growing list of bachelor’s degrees available through Degree Bridge, WSC’s co-matriculation initiative that allows students to earn a DSU bachelor’s degree while remaining on the WSC campus. Students complete their associate degree coursework at WSC before transitioning into DSU upper-division courses taught in person on the Williston campus.
“This expansion reflects Dickinson State University’s commitment to meeting students where they are and delivering high-quality academic programs through strong institutional partnerships,” said Scott Molander, president of Dickinson State University. “The addition of criminal justice responds directly to regional workforce needs while maintaining the academic rigor and student support DSU is known for.”
The criminal justice degree prepares students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, courts, probation and parole, homeland security, and related public service fields. Students enrolled in Degree Bridge will continue to have access to WSC housing, dining, student services, and campus life throughout their junior and senior years.
DSU WSC
Contact: Kierra Mathern Contact: Brittny Mayo
Phone: 701-483-2486 Phone: 701-774-4223
Email: kierra.mathern@dickinsonstate.edu Email: brittny.mayo@willistonstate.edu