Bachelor of Science in General Studies:
Criminal Justice Specialization

Careers in criminal justice are challenging, exciting and rewarding, and our online criminal justice degrees are created for those who work, or intend to work, in law enforcement.

"Great practical application of ethics to the criminal justice field."

This online program, which offers a solid background in criminal justice theories, laws and practices, was developed by law enforcement and criminal justice professionals.
Required Credits: 128

Summary

The curriculum has been developed by law enforcement professionals with both practical and academic expertise, and it offers a solid background in criminal justice laws and theories. By completing this program, you will acquire a better understanding of criminal justice practices, enabling you to take on more responsibility and to perform your job more effectively.

Highlights

Flexible online format that allows you to study at your own schedule, at your own pace and at your own location.
Courses include examination of criminal justice from a sociological and legal perspective.
No on-campus residency requirement. Optional two-week summer sessions at lakeside campus allow you to accelerate your degree.
Courses blend content with prior or current professional experience, allowing for immediate application in the work setting.
Faculty with practical experience in law enforcement and criminal justice work one-on-one with you to ensure your success.

Curriculum & Course Descriptions

Tuition

Admission Requirements

You may apply for and be granted admission status at any time during the year, regardless of program choice.

For undergraduate programs, all applicants must be graduates of an accredited public or private high school must have passed a GED examination or provide proof of completion of a GED equivalent or must have completed a state-approved high school diploma through home schooling.

Students must have completed high school with an average grade of “C” or better, have a standard 2.0 or better for GED students or show college credit with a cumulative grade point of 2.0 or better for admission to an undergraduate degree program. Students who do not meet the cumulative grade point standard may be conditionally accepted and required to take specific introductory course work and complete it with a grade of 2.0 or better, prior to consideration of formal acceptance.