South Louisiana Community College (SoLAcc) and McNeese State University are excited to announce a new 2+2 articulation agreement, offering students a seamless pathway from an Associate of Science in Criminal Justice at SoLAcc to a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at McNeese. This agreement will go into effect for the upcoming semester, expanding educational opportunities for students pursuing careers in law enforcement, corrections, and criminal justice. Under the 2+2 program, students will complete their first two years at SoLAcc, acquiring foundational knowledge in American criminal justice, crime prevention, and corrections systems. They can then transfer to McNeese to complete the final two years of their bachelor’s degree. This structured pathway allows students to earn their associate degree and then continue their studies, smoothly transitioning to McNeese’s four-year criminal justice program.
Dr. Vincent June, Chancellor of SoLAcc, emphasized the significance of this partnership. “This agreement provides a direct, accessible path for students to continue their education and advance in their careers in the criminal justice field. We’re excited to partner with McNeese to support our students’ academic and professional goals.”
Dr. Wade Rousse, President of McNeese, added, “We are thrilled to collaborate with South Louisiana Community College on this pathway in criminal justice. This agreement aligns with our commitment to student success and opens doors for students who are passionate about making a difference in their communities through careers in criminal justice.”
Students in the SoLAcc Criminal Justice program benefit from affordable tuition, flexible learning options—including in-person courses at the Lafayette campus and fully online classes—and the opportunity to earn prior learning credits for Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Academy completion or military experience, making this program ideal for current or aspiring criminal justice professionals. For more information on enrolling in the Criminal Justice 2+2 program, students are encouraged to contact the admissions offices at SoLAcc or McNeese. This partnership demonstrates both institutions’ commitment to providing pathways that empower students in south Louisiana to achieve educational and career success.