Earn College Credits for Having Completed the J. Harris Police Training courses!

We are delighted to announce a new exclusive partnership between the J. Harris Academy of Police Training and SmarterDegree.

Earn up to 12 credits J. Harris courses with Smarter Degree.​

SmarterDegree, founded by former NYPD law enforcement professionals, offers J. Harris Academy students an affordable and fast pathway to matriculate your coursework towards your bachelor’s degree at a significantly discounted price and around your schedule! 

Speak with a Smarter Degree advisor to learn more about the credits you already earned.

Get Started Today

Sign up now to the kickstart your education with this special offer from SmarterDegree and the J. Harris Academy of Police Training!

  1. Consult with Experienced Advisors

    Fill out the form above or schedule a consultation to be contacted by our team of former NYPD officers. Our team has been through the process and are committed to guiding you through the program, helping you make informed decisions about your academic journey – and catering to the need of police officers.

  2. Accelerate Your Path

    For years, SmarterDegree has assisted students of all ages and backgrounds in accelerating the completion of their degree. This is achieved through online self-paced courses and proficiency exams, enabling students to save time and money in their pursuit of a Bachelor’s Degree or a Master’s Degree. J. Harris Academy of Police Training & SmarterDegree have curated customized credit recommended coursework for police officers based on the exams they are already taking at J. Harris.

  3. Personalized Degree Plan

    Once enrolled in SmarterDegree, students will work with an advisor who will personalize their education plan based on their interests, such as Criminal Justice, Business Administration or a variety of other fully online Bachelors and Masters degree options. This meticulous approach safeguards against duplication or wasted courses and will include your J. Harris coursework to count towards your overall degree, cutting down your time and cost around your schedule.

Members of Service – Family Benefits

Do you have a family member that is interested in pursuing a degree? SmarterDegree is offering discounted pricing for family and friends of J. Harris Academy of Police Training students.

To learn more, contact:
YALE MARGOLIS, Retired NYPD Officer
954-399-1162
yale@smarterdegree.com
  • Not ready yet to pursue a bachelor’s degree? You can ‘credit bank’ J. Harris coursework for future use towards your degree.
  • Credits are provided by Dunlap-Stone University

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Criminal Justice Degree

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Business Degree

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“The courses offered by SmarterDegree were immediately applicable to my job and
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Business Degree

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