Online Arts Criminal Justice Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice prepares students for a wide range of careers within the criminal justice field, and at the same time enhances the professional career paths of those already within the discipline. The degree program’s interdisciplinary approach provides students with a sound knowledge base in the areas of U.S. law enforcement, criminology, investigations, law, and community relations. A wide range of course offerings further enable students to focus on juvenile issues, causes of crime and criminal behavior, corrections and incarceration, investigative procedures/techniques, and forensics. For those students interested, concentrations in Organizational Law Enforcement Leadership and Maritime Law Enforcement are available. The curriculum also provides the background and educational experience necessary for those who may wish to later pursue graduate study.

Entry Requirements

The bachelor’s degree program is open to students who possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.

All students who enroll in the bachelor's degree program must enroll in COLL100 - Foundations of Online Learning as their first course.

International Students
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Applicants self-certify on their admissions application that they have received the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma.

Depending on the country of citizenship applicants may be required to provide documentation of English proficiency to complete their admission file. Please check at "http://www.apu.apus.edu/admissions/general-information/international-students/english-proficiency.htm".

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The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice adult degree completion program at Aurora University Online is designed for busy, working students who have life experience relevant to the fields of criminal justice. Courses are held in five- to eight-week modules and transfer credit from other regionally accredited institutions is welcomed. The program provides you with a broad academic background in criminal justice that prepares you for careers in law enforcement, corrections, courts, probation, parole or private security. In elective courses, you’ll be able to personalize your degree with classes in your area of interest.

Entry Requirements

Two (2) years demonstrated work experience, military service or other relevant adult responsibilities

15 semester hours of transferable college or university credit from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

*Transcripts (official, sealed in envelope) from all previously attended colleges and/or universities

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The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is designed to benefit students and experienced professionals by providing them with the specialized education that can help prepare them to succeed and advance in criminal justice and law enforcement careers.

Criminal Justice students are provided with a comprehensive education that includes a core liberal arts curriculum as well as the training essential for careers in a variety of environments including courts, corrections, parole and probation systems, and law enforcement.

Aspen University also offers a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree completion program designed to benefit students whom have yet to complete an undergraduate degree and who now seek to transfer accumulated undergraduate credits or an Associates Degree into an accredited and widely-recognized college degree program.

Entry Requirements

Application

A completed application.

Statement of Goals

A statement of your goals reflecting the academic, professional, and personal goals you would like to achieve through your work with Aspen University. Your goals statement will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee as part of the application process. The statement of goals should be between 300 - 500 words.

High School Transcripts

An official high school transcript or its equivalent. Waived if student has completed at least 15 credits of college level course work.

Official Transcripts

Official transcripts for all previous college credit earned.

Prior Criminal Justice Education

Successful completion of fifteen credit hours of criminal justice course work prior to acceptance into the BSCJ program.

Military Documentation (Optional)

A Military ID or DD214 for those who qualify for the military discount program.

Transfer Credit Evaluation (Optional)

Students who have earned college credit may submit a transfer credit evaluation report with corresponding course descriptions, and official transcripts from accredited institutions in order to determine which credits may be applied toward the requirements of a program at Aspen University.

Minimum GPA Requirement

A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 is required for all previous high school or college credit.

Conditional Acceptance

Students will be Conditionally Accepted pending successful completion of CMP160 - English Composition I. Upon successful completion of CMP160 - English Composition I students will be fully Accepted. This requirement is waived for students awarded Transfer Credit for CMP160 - English Composition I.

Other Fees

Annual Technology Fee - $150

Graduation (one time) - $100

Proctored Examination (per exam) - $100

Textbooks - $4,000

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The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program is designed for students who want to gain knowledge of the multidisciplinary components that comprise American criminal justice. This program provides a broad base of traditional liberal arts and science courses, as well as courses that examine the functional components of criminal justice such as American law and procedure, criminal investigation and practice, and correctional settings. The program is geared toward students interested in such areas as law, law enforcement, corrections, and security, whether the student is already in the field or preparing for a career in a criminal justice related area.

Program Objectives
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Discuss the development of criminal law in the United States,including the elements of due process, rule of law, and the role of the Constitution in protecting rights.

Describe the dynamics of courthouse justice,the court process and process of the criminal justice system, and the role of court staff in interfacing with the public.

Demonstrate an understanding of the investigative process by providing a thorough overview of the fundamentals of criminal investigation and by showing its application to many major felonies.

Discuss the changing roles and goals of corrections; the variety of ways society punishes people who break criminal laws; and the impact of our corrections policies.

Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary concepts and practices for first line supervisors in law enforcement, with an emphasis on character, motivation, teamwork, and conflict resolution.

Identify and analyze the pertinent concepts and theories of law, ethical issues that arise, and the principles of legal reasoning.

Demonstrate a foundation of computer and information systems knowledge,technical skills, and a basic understanding of computer applications.

Demonstrate proficiency with English composition, including the ability to use appropriate style, grammar, and mechanics in writing assignments and to conduct academic research.

Identify and apply fundamental math concepts for operations and problem solving, and apply basic statistical concepts and tools in order to correctly interpret the results of statistical analyses.

Be prepared to enter Ashworth College’s Master of Science or MBA programs without any additional academic preparation.

Entry Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

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The Master of Arts in Criminal Justice (MACJ) is a professional degree designed to provide criminal justice professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to advance their careers.
Students will study the larger context of crime, why it exists and its impact on society. In addition, post-graduate students will gain a detailed understanding of the concept of justice and how it’s applied. The program offers valuable training in research methods and statistics, program planning and management, policy analysis, and program evaluation.

The MACJ allows students to learn directly from professors who are nationally-recognized scholars in their respective fields as well as from a prestigious group of criminal justice professionals with expertise in policing, gangs, fraud, corrections and courts.

This 33-credit hour program requires students to complete a capstone course, Theory and Practice in Criminal Justice, in which they write a comprehensive research paper that focuses on a criminal justice policy or practice.

The Master’s program is offered to both full-time and part-time students. Full-time students can earn the degree in as little as 18 months. Part-time students will take longer to complete the degree, but must fulfill all requirements for the degree within six years from the date of their first course. GRE test scores are not required for entry into the MACJ program.

Students must meet all admissions criteria of the Graduate College, and applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or higher for unconditional admission to the MA in criminal justice program.

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