Online Justice Studies Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Bachelor of Science in justice studies equips students with a dynamic knowledge of the world’s justice systems and gives them the skills to create meaningful, real-world change through law, policy and social justice.

Justice and social inquiry is an innovative social science program examining current social justice issues – such as human rights, domestic violence and immigration – against a backdrop of legal systems, law and culture.

Courses explore a wide-variety of topics including racial justice, genocide, serial killers and the way that media, culture, environment, gender and ethnicity impact justice. Students are equipped with the analytical, research, communication and problem-solving skills required to excel in today’s job market.

As a part of the nation’s first School of Social Transformation in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, graduates receive interdisciplinary training in ethnic, gender and justice studies, forming the creative, critical and informed global citizens that top organizations around the world desire. This flexible, interdisciplinary degree program prepares graduates for work in law, politics, governmental agencies, social services, international relations, development and business, while simultaneously inspiring the next generation of advocates for a better world.

Our graduates routinely pursue advanced graduate and doctoral degrees in law, social work, education, public policy and business.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must successfully complete ASU competency requirements. Admission may be granted with one deficiency in no more than two competency areas. Deficiencies cannot be in both math and laboratory science. Students must earn a minimum 2.0 in any subject area. Most competencies may also be met by test scores or college courses.

English - 4 years (composition/literature based)
Math - 4 years - Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and one course requiring Algebra II as a prerequisite.
Laboratory Science - 3 years total (1 year each from any of the following areas are accepted: Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Integrated Sciences, and Physics)
Social Science - 2 years (including one year American History)
Foreign Language - 2 years (same language)
Fine Arts - 1 year

Applicants must also meet at least one of the following:

Top 25% in high school graduating class
3.0 GPA in competency courses (4.0 = A)
ACT 22 (24 nonresidents)*
SAT Reasoning 1040 (1110 nonresidents)*

*ASU does not require the writing portion of these tests.

Official transcripts must be mailed directly to Undergraduate Admissions by the records office of the issuing institution(s). ASU does not accept transcripts delivered by hand or fax. Please have your previous academic institution(s) mail your official transcript to the appropriate ASU mailing address

Individual Review
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All students who don’t meet the above standards will be evaluated through a process called Individual Review. Through this process Undergraduate Admissions will review all available information about a student’s application, carefully considering all aspects of a student’s academic background and accomplishments. Submission of an ACT or SAT test score is highly recommended. In some cases, additional information might be requested.

International Applicants
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TOEFL and IELTS score must be mailed to the university.

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The Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies are interdisciplinary programs that focus on the cause of crime and society’s response to crime. FHSU graduates are uniquely qualified and prepared to enter one of the many careers related to criminal justice, including state and federal special agents; U.S. Secret Service; U.S. Marshals; customs agents; court administrators; law enforcement agents; security, correction, parole, probation and community correction officers; juvenile intake personnel; and victim services personnel. The majority of distance education students pursuing a degree in Justice Studies are adult learners, going back to school to finish or start a degree in order to change careers, obtain a promotion or increase their salary. A number of our students are already criminal justice practitioners and military veterans employed at the local, state or federal level. FHSU accepts previous credit and the Department of Justice Studies provides job placement assistance.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should complete high school or equivalent

International Applicants
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You as an international student must meet minimum English proficiency requirements before beginning coursework at Fort Hays State University.

TOEFL (paper-based version) - 500 +
TOEFL (computer-based version) - 173 +
TOEFL (internet-based version) - 61 +
IELTS - 5.5 +
iTEP - 4

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Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies degree prepares students to enter careers in a variety of fields. A typical career path of an individual interested in the justice studies degree is law enforcement. Others choose to pursue jobs in governmental and private agencies, research, social work and political science. Some graduates of this degree program elect to pursue law school.

Students in the justice studies degree program will study the components of the justice system and examine theories of crime causation, including psychological and social, and theories of punishment. Issues relating to justice policies and perspectives will be examined, as well as relationships of both the court and correctional agencies. Students will also explore the historical and political impact of terrorism on emergency management, including examples of terrorist activity, a summary of federal government efforts, and media coverage of terrorism.

Entry Requirements

Applicants interested in earning their bachelor's degree online must meet the following requirement:

High School Transcripts - Applicants are required to submit official high school transcripts with a cumulative, unweighted grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or above.
Applicants holding their GED should refer to the University Policy Handbook for separate requirements.

Transferring from Another College, University or Program
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Applicants with 25 or more transferable credits from an accredited, GCU-approved college, university or program may be accepted to the university if they have an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. For more information about our transfer policies, visit GCU's online Transfer Center.

Second Bachelor's Degree
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Applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree from GCU or another institution but are interested in pursuing a second bachelor's degree may be accepted to the university if they meet the minimum admission standard of an unweighted GPA of 2.0 or above.

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Northern Arizona University’s bachelor’s degree program in Justice Studies is more than the standard criminal justice degree. You will not only study criminal justice theory but you will also learn how to apply it to current justice issues based on community needs. Learn about justice practices and issues directly from current and former law enforcement leaders, detectives, officers and lawyers who apply their real-life experience to your education and training.

NAU’s Justice Studies program fits you whether you’re looking to enter the criminal justice field or are a senior official looking for further advancement. Choose from two unique emphases:

Justice Theory - If you’re new to the field, pursue the Justice Theory emphasis to gain a foundation in criminal justice.
Justice Administration - If you’re experienced, learn how to apply effective criminal justice methods and gain leadership skills for higher-ranking positions.
Career opportunities include:

Border Patrol Agent
Corrections
DEA Agent
FBI Agent
Local State Police
Probation Officer
Railroad Safety

Entry Requirements

To be admitted into this program , you must have an associate's degree, either completed or in progress, at a regionally accredited institution and the associate's degree must be completed prior to the awarding of the degree.

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Through Northern Arizona University’s top-ranked Master of Administration in Justice Studies program, you can earn your master’s degree entirely online. Expand your leadership skills and theoretical thinking within the criminal justice and law enforcement field. Courses focus on executive leadership, policy analysis, and current issues facing criminal justice, including counterterrorism and intelligence.

Learn how to lead in your organization from faculty with advanced degrees and practical criminal justice experience as leaders, detectives, and lawyers.

Find yourself promoted in these Arizona settings:

Border Patrol
Government
Law Enforcement
Security
Transportation

Entry Requirements

1. Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution

2. Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A"), or the equivalent.

3. Admission to many graduate programs is on a competitive basis, and programs may have higher standards than those established by the Graduate College.

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