Statement Of Purpose To Pursue A Bachelor's Degree In Criminal Justice

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Everyone gets asked that one question when he or she is younger. “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Ever since I was ten years old I have wanted to become a criminal investigator and work in law enforcement. My application to the University of Central Florida is based on the university’s reputation to provide a quality education, which will allow me the opportunity to pursue a degree in criminal justice. My goal is to receive a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and then continue on to earn my graduate degree in a criminal justice specialty. While researching the opportunities for specialty certifications that I can earn I am extremely interested in the crime scene investigation track. . Since the University of Central Florida gives me the opportunity to receive a quality education and receive specialty training in the criminal investigation area the choice is easy. One of the university’s core concepts is preparation; which helps students get prepared not only for academic success, but …show more content…

The campus has a diverse student population allowing the unique opportunity to make friends from all different walks of life and from all over the world. “Campus life” to me is an opportunity to make connections with interesting people and grow personally while receiving a great education. The University of Central Florida offers many clubs and organizations, sporting events, and apartment/ dorm style living, which helps students make life long friends. Living on campus will also allow me to get a head start on my career, for instance student that live in a dorm for two years increase their chances to graduate by twenty percent. It is obvious to me that the University of Central Florida is all about opportunities and has established and provides numerous unique ways to help students reach their goals and realize their