* The specific colleges involved: Each college and university has its own policies regarding transfer credit. They may accept a certain number of general education credits, but specific courses from the associate's degree might not align directly with requirements for the bachelor's degree.
* The course content of the associate's degree: Some General Studies associate's degrees might have more relevant coursework (e.g., sociology, psychology) that transfers easily, while others might have less.
* The requirements of the bachelor's degree program: The criminal justice bachelor's program will have specific requirements; some credits might transfer as electives, while others might not be accepted at all.
To find out how many credits will transfer, you MUST contact the admissions office or transfer credit evaluator at the university where you plan to pursue your Bachelor's in Criminal Justice. They can evaluate your official transcripts from your associate's degree program and tell you exactly which credits will transfer and how they will apply towards your bachelor's degree.