Admission of Justice-Involved Students
John Jay College of Criminal Justice believes firmly in the power of education to transform lives, and has a history of supporting students successfully transitioning from prison to college and beyond to impressive careers. Students involved in this transition are encouraged to apply.
The college reserves the right to deny admission, however, to any student if in its judgment, the presence of that student on campus poses an undue risk to the safety or security of the college or the college community. That judgment will be based on an individualized determination, considering any information the college has about the violation and the particular circumstances of the college, including the presence of a child care center, summer camp, public school or public school students on the campus. In addition, the college may consider factors such as:
• the amount of time since the offense was committed;
• the length of incarceration;
• whether the student was on probation or parole and successfully completed such requirements;
• whether the student has completed drug, alcohol, sex offender or other treatment;
• work or educational experience the student has had after returning to the community.
Finally, if the student is known to have been assisted by a CUNY -sponsored or other re-entry program or initiative, the college will consult with a counselor or representative from said program.