Online Criminal Justice Degree :: Accredited Universities

Colorado Technical University’s Master of Science in Criminal Justice - General concentration is designed for those seeking new opportunities in the administrative area of law enforcement, in corrections and in the court systems. This program is structured specifically to develop the knowledge base and skills essential to those who strive to pursue opportunities in policy development, planning and decision-making in the criminal justice system.

Entry Requirements

Interview. Connect with an Admissions Advisor, in person or by phone, to explore your goals and confirm your decision to pursue your degree at CTU.

Apply. Submit a completed Colorado Technical University graduate admission application online.

Submit documentation. Submit an official transcript verifying completion of an accredited baccalaureate degree by the end of the first session. If you do not have an official baccalaureate transcript on file, you may be admitted as a non-regular student. Additionally, non-native speakers of English are required to provide proof of English proficiency, such as TOEFL, IELTS or other English proficiency assessment results, prior to admission.

Colorado Technical University seeks students who desire to build upon their undergraduate degree and career experiences by pursuing graduate study. Colorado Technical University will accept baccalaureate degrees earned with a CGPA of 2.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) from any United States institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or from internationally recognized foreign institutions of higher education. International institutions must be licensed or officially recognized by the Education Department or Ministry of the country where the institution is in operation to be eligible for transfer of credit or degree status.

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The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Criminal Justice program consists of 40 credit hours and is offered fully online. The online criminal justice degree is designed for busy adult students who are interested in obtaining their degree and require the flexibility of attending class on their schedule.

Concordia has designed the online criminal justice degree for criminal justice system professionals who wish to improve their knowledge and skill sets and also maintain the balance of their career and personal life. The program also gives students a deeper understanding of constitutional law and the administration and organization of criminal justice.

Entry Requirements

A student must submit the following items before the admissions office can process the application:

- Online application

- Official transcript(s), showing degree conferral when appropriate, from all colleges attended. A high school transcript is required if applicant has less than 20 college credits.

- Satisfactory score on the TOEFL (for international students); minimum scores: 523 on paper or 193 on computer

- Statement of goals: Write a brief statement (1-2 pages, double-spaced) covering your employment history and long-term academic and professional goals

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A high-demand degree with tremendous job potential, Crown’s accredited online B.S. in Criminal Justice offers students a unique educational opportunity with real-world implications: to investigate diverse social, political, legal and ethical concerns embedded in complex criminal justice issues from a Christian perspective.

Our Christ-centered curriculum offers a broad overview of this growing field with multiple entry points into a career or specific advanced training. Freshman and transfer students are invited to prepare themselves for a rewarding career in juvenile justice, security, probation, corrections, youth work or the courts. For those currently working in criminal justice without a college education, Crown’s B.S. degree brings you the professional recognition and advancement you deserve.

Only at Crown can students also complement the Christ-centered online degree in Criminal Justice with studies in the Christian-focused online Disaster and Emergency Management program. This singular pairing reflects actual situations and opportunities with real-world applications. The complementary programs also offer students even greater options for personal and professional growth. Tuition is priced competitively lower than at similar accredited institutions. In fact, 98% of Crown’s enrollees received student loans, scholarships and/or financial aid.

Through our Christian studies requirements, students develop a deep understanding of the criminal justice system’s practices, theories and procedures from a profound perspective of equity and legality. Students also investigate the nature and causes of crime, while learning how faith, strong families, stable communities, effective schools, and reductions in violence and poverty all contribute to crime prevention. Though this program will provide students with the skills needed for various exciting careers in Criminal Justice, it will not prepare them for police work.

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Application Fees $20.00

Technology Fee $100 per semester

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The Behavioral Sciences Department Program at the College of Continuing Professional Studies offers a bachelors of science in criminal justice Criminal justice is the study of criminal behavior and the social institutions that deal with crime. This program is designed to prepare you for a career in corrections, probation, criminology, forensic sciences, law enforcement, immigration, and security administration.

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If you'd like a career which lets you blend your interest in crime, security, investigation, law enforcement, and technology ... and if you have a desire to improve community safety, then our Criminal Justice program could be the right choice for you. Criminal Justice is a growing field in today's society. Our program prepares graduates for opportunities in:

- Homeland Security

- Border Protection

- Law Enforcement Agencies from the local to federal levels

- Fraud Investigation

- Public and Private Security (including Workplace Security and Surveillance)

- Corrections

The program focuses on providing the graduate the ability to:

- Understand the policies and procedures of law enforcement.

- Understand the legal system and court structure.

- Gain knowledge of security and surveillance principles.

- Work with technology to investigate, solve, track, and deter crime.

In 2.5 years, you can earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. An Associate Degree program is also available which prepares the graduate for entry level employment in the Criminal Justice field.

Entry Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Admissions test with passing score

International Applicants
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All applicants to ECPI University whose first language is not English must demonstrate competence in the English language. Competence can be satisfied if the applicant submits evidence of an earned secondary school diploma (or a degree earned at the post-secondary level) from a school in an educational system in which English is the official language of instruction. If English is not the applicant’s “first” language, undergraduate applicants will need to submit:

- A score of 500 or higher on the written TOEFL.

- A score of 61 or higher on the Internet-Based (iBT™) TOEFL.

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