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Bachelor's

Online Bachelor's Degree B.S. Criminal Justice Administration/Criminology

Highlights

  • 100% Online. Courses Available 24/7.
  • SACSCOC Accreditation
  • Military Support
  • Choose From 11 Start Dates Each Year

$278

Per Credit Hour

Undergraduate

MAY 21

Next Start Date

All Courses

120

Number of Credits

All courses

90

Maximum Transfer Credits

All courses

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration degree program prepares both entry-level and seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds in the theoretical foundations, knowledge, skills, and practices of criminal justice administration inclusive of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. This program of study enables students to develop rational decisions and informed responses to the daily challenges one faces in law enforcement, courts, and corrections operations. Additionally, the program prepares students for entrance into concentrated areas of criminal justice in master's degree programs or related disciplines. This program promotes a commitment to continued scholarship and service among graduates as future and continuing members of law enforcement, courts, and corrections initiatives in a manner that remains conducive to enhancing professionalism in a diverse community.

Concentration Description

Enables students to explore the complex relationship between criminal behavior, societal structures, and individual psychological factors. By combining courses focusing on juvenile delinquency, mental health, gender-related psychological theories, and policing in diverse communities, students will be better suited to analyze the multifaceted nature of crime and ultimately contribute to greater community safety.

Curriculum Breakdown

Curriculum Breakdown

For more information regarding courses outside the recommended course of study, view the full course listing.

 

(* Indicates recommended course of study.)

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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students should be able to do the following:

Evaluate the impact of criminal justice theories in society.
Assess the interrelationship among courts, corrections, and law enforcement.
Analyze the influences of laws on the criminal justice system.
Assess the impact of the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights on laws.

Concentration Outcomes

Explain the motivations, patterns, and characteristics of individuals who commit crimes.
Discuss strategies to improve communication between law enforcement personnel and minority and multicultural communities.
Program Highlight

Tuition Rates

Our goal is to provide the strongest online academic programs at an affordable rate. On average, our tuition is less than half the cost of our competitors.

Course Type
Tuition RatePer Credit Hour*
Undergraduate
$278
Graduate
$359
Doctoral
$561

*Rates are per credit hour. Most courses are three (3) credit hours. Tuition and fees are payable in U.S. funds. Tuition rates are subject to change.

CSU's tuition rate for associate, bachelor's and master's courses is $250 per credit hour for all active-duty military members using tuition assistance except those who are using a Learning Partner discount. The lower rate is offered to keep the tuition rate at the DoD cap of $250.

† CSU Learning Partners receive a tuition discount that is applied to the full tuition rate.

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