The field of Administration of Justice is directed toward the prevention, discovery, control and treatment of crimes, criminals, and criminality. The Associate in Science in Administration of Justice degree  provides a path to students who wish to build a career in Administration of Justice. The degree allows students to learn the fundamental principles and practices of law enforcement, the court system, and the corrections systems.

Students who major in Administration of Justice are preparing for a wide variety of career opportunities in such areas as:

• Uniformed police officer (Palomar College Police Academy)
• Investigations
• Criminal identification
• Crime lab (Forensics)
• Corrections

We offer a range of courses leading to an Associate of Science degree in Administration of Justice: General, Transfer, or Modern Policing.

For details regarding specific degrees, click the links below.

There are also Certificates of Achievement available:

Contact for more information:

Dr. Michelle Soria, PhD, Assistant Professor
(760) 744-1150  ext. 2961
MSoria@palomar.edu