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Grantham University’s Criminal Justice degree programs give you the depth of knowledge you need to pursue your career in corrections, law enforcement, investigations and more. Our online associate and bachelor’s degrees in Criminal Justice (CJ) are designed to accommodate those requiring basic knowledge, as well as individuals seeking a comprehensive understanding of the field. Whichever degree program fits your needs, you will come away ready to launch your career, with practical, real-world insight into this intriguing field.

The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice (BA-CJ) gives you a thorough understanding of criminal justice theories, as related to practical experiences. You will learn how to analyze both theories and concepts of crime, and employ your analytical skills to make decisions and solve problems. This degree helps prepare you for a promising career in local, state or federal law enforcement.

Criminal Justice Program Outcomes
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At the successful completion of the program, you will be able to:

Communicate effectively with various aspects of the criminal justice enterprise

Analyze basic criminal justice theories and concepts

Analyze data gathering and decision-making processes

Use criminal justice theories to effectively solve problems

Employ critical thinking skills using classical, biological and sociological theories of crime causation

Entry Requirements

Official proof of high school graduation or equivalent received and verified by the Registrar’s office by Day 49 of the first term.

If proof of high school graduation is not on file by the first day of the term, a completed Transcript Request Form must be submitted by Day 8 of the first term.

All students are required to establish participation as outlined in the Participation and Substantive Interaction Policy within seven (7) days of the term start date.

Conditionally enrolled students must have their funding plan in place within seven (7) days of the term start date.

Other Fees

Graduation Fee - $100

Technology Fee - $35 per 8-week term

Transcript - $10

International Shipping Fee - $50 per course

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Keiser University’s Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice provides preparation in many areas of the criminal justice system. Topics include but are not limited to: deviant behavior, forensics, law enforcement and investigation, victimology, private security, corrections and juvenile justice and how components work together and are governed by our laws, the Supreme Court and the U.S. Constitution. This exploration of the American criminal justice system culminates with an emphasis on research, analysis and the future of the system.

The following objectives are designed to meet Keiser University’s mission and its objectives.

- To develop students’ ability to understand the tools and procedures used by various agencies within the criminal justice system.

- To develop students’ ability to think critically and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

- To assist students in becoming more proficient in researching, collecting and organizing complex data, solving problems and working collaboratively.

- To prepare students for employment and advancement in criminal justice related fields.

Entry Requirements

To be considered for admission to Keiser University all applicants must supply:

Verification of high school graduation ( transcript, diploma, etc. ) or

Verification of GED completion ( GED scores or GED diploma ) or

Proof of graduation from a foreign institution comparable to a United States secondary school.

If an applicant’s primary language is not English, the applicant must present a TOEFL® score of 500 or higher on a paper-based examination, a score of 173 on a computer-based examination, an internet-based score ( iBT ) of 61, or an IELTS™ score of 6.0 or higher.

Other Fees

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Whether you’re new to the field of criminal justice or are already a seasoned veteran, our criminal justice degree program will provide you with the education and theoretical knowledge you’ll need to take your career to a new level.

Starting with the basics, our Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program will ensure that you understand the fundamentals in crime, ethics and justice. You’ll gain a broad yet specialized understanding of the field by exploring related topics in psychology and political studies. And once you’ve mastered those principles, our program continues to provide you with a deep knowledge of the U.S. criminal justice system and its role within the global picture.

You’ll have plenty of hands-on opportunities, too. Assignments are field-based, so you can combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience. And you’ll spend class time discussing, debating and networking with system professionals. You’ll follow current criminal cases and investigations, and you’ll analyze the criminal justice system in order to develop your own opinions of the field.

After all of the personalized attention and great networking opportunities you’ll have at Lynn, you’ll graduate with all of the tools you need to become a specialist in your field.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have graduated from high school .

International applicants whose first language is not English must submit one of these test scores

- TOEFL score of at least 525 (paper-based test), 197 (computer-based test) or 71 (internet-based test)

- IELTS score of at least 6.0

- Successful completion of the English 112 certificate offered by ELS Language Centers

Other Fees

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The online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program from Penn State World Campus allows you to stay on the job, maintain your career advancement, and still take care of the other commitments in your life.

Most federal, state, and corporate employment opportunities in this field require at least a bachelor’s degree. If you want to specialize in a field of criminal justice or advance in your career, it’s imperative that you upgrade your knowledge and skills. Penn State’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice can give you the tools to lead, serve, and protect our local, state, and national interests.

Why a Criminal Justice Degree Online from Penn State?

The Penn State World Campus online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program, which has its academic home at Penn State Harrisburg, is the first online program in the nation to be awarded certification through the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. This certification underscores the high praise that the online program receives for quality criminal justice instruction. You can feel confident that this program fits your needs and is renowned throughout the industry.

Who Should Apply?
If you want to become a leader, whether in law enforcement, security management, corrections, court administration, or crime prevention, this degree program is for you. It is an ideal choice if you are just beginning to earn a degree in criminal justice — or if you already have academic credits or an associate degree in the field.

Career Opportunities for Graduates

Penn State’s online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice can help you start or advance your career in:

protective services: Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Marshal's Office, sheriff departments, municipal and state police departments, security and loss prevention

law and corrections: court administration, legal aid/paralegal, delinquency prevention programs, juvenile court personnel, juvenile residential institutions, jails and prisons, and probation and parole offices

crime-related prevention and support: shelters for abused women and children, rape crisis centers, drug and alcohol programs, halfway houses, and a wide variety of crime prevention and diversion programs

Entry Requirements

To apply for this program, you must be a high school graduate, or have completed your GED.

International applicants
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International students whose native language is not English must submit proof of English language proficiency.
The scores must be less than two years old. The following are ways in which you can satisfy the language proficiency requirement:

TOEFL: A minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL or 550 on the paper exam (score reports must be official and cannot be more than two years old (code #2660);

IELTS: A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 on the academic test

SAT score of 530 or higher on the critical reading section (code #2660);

ACT score of 24 or higher on the English section (code #3656);

IGCSE score of A, B, or C on the English language exam,
IB score of 5 or higher on the English Language & Literature (SL/HL) exam.

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Combine hands-on learning with academic tradition to prepare for your future in law enforcement.

The School of Education & Social Services offers several competitive, quality graduate degree programs, and the online Masters of Criminal Justice online degree is no exception. The program prepares both active and aspiring criminal justice professionals for higher positions in law enforcement.

Saint Leo University's criminal justice program director, Dr. Robert J. Diemer, has nearly 30 years of varied investigative experience, and is known across Florida and, increasingly, among national law enforcement at local, state, and federal agency levels. Dr. Diemer has served as a Deputy Sheriff, State Coordinator for the Florida Sheriff’s Association Statewide Task Force, and Chief of Investigations for the Florida Department of Environmental Protections Division of Law Enforcement. Dr. Diemer was also responsible for managing and coordinating the operations of the Florida Department of Environmental Protections Environmental Terrorism Response Team.

The Masters of Criminal Justice online degree curriculum is designed to provide and enhance your knowledge, skills and values to improve your effectiveness, professionalism, and policy-making abilities.

Courses explore:

Ethical and legal issues in criminal justice administration
Public policy-making, evaluation and implementation
Leadership, management and supervision
Offender treatment methodology
Human resources issues and innovations
Forensic science and medicolegal death investigation
Hostage negations
Terrorism Information resource systems and technologies
Fiscal resource management for short and long-term planning
Personnel law
Major trends and conditions in the future of criminal justice

One of the leading military colleges in the United States, Saint Leo University has been educating criminal justice professionals for more than three decades. In the Catholic spirit, we base our criminal justice model on a steadfast moral consciousness that recognizes the dignity, value, and gifts of all people.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor's and/or master's degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4-point scale.

If you do not earned a GPA of 3.0 , then you must submit GRE or MAT score.

International applicants
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For non-native English speaking students ,provide proof of English language proficiency, demonstrated in at least one of the following ways:

- A minimum score 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer based) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

- A minimum score of 450 on the verbal component of the SAT

- Grades of B or higher in English composition courses where English is the language of instruction

- For transfer students, two semesters with grades of B or higher in English composition courses at regionally accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States

- Successful completion of an Association of International Educators-recognized ESL program

Other Fees

Books - $1,200

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