Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice
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Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice


Do you want a fulfilling career helping keep communities safe? Consider training for a position as a victim advocate, field investigator, security specialist or law enforcement support specialist.* The bachelor’s degree program in criminal justice will prepare you for these rewarding positions—and many more.

If you are interested in the program, call toll-free at 1-877-303-6060 or contact admissions for more information.

Program highlights

The bachelor’s degree program in criminal justice is designed to broaden students’ perspectives while developing a skill set for a variety of careers.

  • Course topics include homeland security, victimology, and correctional counseling
  • General education electives provide practice in oral and written communication
  • Faculty have field experience in  various areas of criminal justice
  • Classes are available online or on campus
  • Program can be completed in three years of full-time study

Careers in criminal justice

A bachelor’s degree may lead to more opportunities for advancement and promotions over the course of your career. As a graduate of our bachelor’s degree program in criminal justice, you may find a position such as:

  • Loss prevention specialist
  • Victim’s advocate
  • Field investigator
  • Corrections officer 
  • Community corrections aide
  • Corporate investigator
  • Case aide
  • Law enforcement support specialist*

Our career services staff members will provide job search assistance before and after graduation.

Learn more

Interested in the bachelor’s program in criminal justice? You may want some additional information about our school:

Some students begin with the shorter associate degree program in criminal justice, which can be completed in 18 months of full-time study.

Ready to get started? Call 877-540-8777 or send us an email and we’ll return your message shortly.

*In some states, graduates of our program will require additional training before they can serve as law enforcement officers.  Our college can help you identify appropriate training programs in your area.