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Criminal Justice is a broad field that encompasses many functions in society's efforts to prevent crime, enforce laws, apprehend, prosecute, incarcerate and rehabilitate offenders, assist victims, and prevent crime from occurring through security measures and corrective intervention for juvenile offenders.

A Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice can start or advance your career in this exciting field by qualifying you for a wide variety of positions, including:

While many local police departments do not require a Bachelor's degree for entry-level positions, having a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice will differentiate you from other applicants and enable you to advance more quickly to investigative and supervisory positions. A Bachelor's degree is usually required for positions at the state and federal level such as special agent, probation and parole officer, and forensic specialist.

Our accredited colleges and univerities offer Bachelor's degree programs in Criminal Justice that are designed for working adults who need maximum scheduling flexibility. Full-time students attending traditional on-campus programs typically earn an Bachelor's degree in four years, but many students complete their Bachelor's degree online in less time.

Our accredited colleges and univerities offer online Bachelor's degree programs in Criminal Justice and a variety of specialized disciplines, including:

Explore your options for an Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and request more information today. The respective college or university will help you make sure that your program is the best choice for your academic and career objectives.

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University of Phoenix

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    The program mission of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration is to equip adult learners with a fundamental understanding of the nature of delinquency and crime, criminal law and pro...
  • Organizational Security (Bachelor's)
    The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Security and Management degree is designed to address an increasing national and international need for greater technical competence and professionalism in the ...

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Kaplan University Online

  • Advanced Start Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    If you have your associate's or bachelor's degree, our online advanced start program can help you earn a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice online in as little as 12 months. A completed bachelor's ...
  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Computer Crime (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Corrections (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Crime Analysis (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/CSI (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Forensic Psych (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Fraud Examination (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Homeland Security (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Juvenile Justice (Bachelor's)
    Juvenile Justice Emphasis: Focus on the unique needs of youth in today's justice system. Examine sentencing, risk and needs assessment, psychology, intervention/diversion/prevention programs, communicat...
  • Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...
  • Criminal Justice/Private Security (Bachelor's)
    If you are seeking to advance your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections or to pursue entry-level opportunities, the online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program will hel...

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American InterContinental University Online

  • Computer Forensics (Bachelor's)
    AIU Online's BIT degree completion program with a concentration in Computer Forensics is designed to help students interested in the detection and prevention of computer crime. This program is intended ...
  • Criminal Justice- Special Populations (Bachelor's)
    The world has changed since September 2001. Not only has the U.S. Department of Labor predicted that by 2010 there will be more than a 29% increase in the demand for FBI Officers, Police Officers, Priva...
  • Forensic Science (Bachelor's)
    To help meet the demand for dedicated professionals with the knowledge and skills to pursue exciting opportunities in the growing field of criminal justice, AIU Online has added two new career-focused c...
  • Law Enforcement (Bachelor's)
    To help meet the demand for dedicated professionals with the knowledge and skills to pursue exciting opportunities in the growing field of criminal justice, AIU Online has added two new career-focused c...

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Everest University Online

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Mounting concern over national security has created vast career opportunities in Criminal Justice and the security job markets. A Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice may be just what you need to enter...
  • Homeland Security (Bachelor's)
    Would you like to aid in the protection of our country? Due to recent terrorist events, there is an increased demand for trained safety and security employees throughout the nation. The Homeland Securit...

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Virginia College Online

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Prepare for or enhance your career in law enforcement with the new Criminal Justice Program from Virginia College Online...where technology meets law enforcement! Virginia College Online's bachelor de...

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Colorado Technical University Online

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Students entering the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program can gain a solid knowledge base in the triad areas of the courts, corrections, and law enforcement in addition to the management ski...

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Saint Leo University

  • Criminology (Bachelor's)
    Designed to prepare you for a career and rapid advancement in the criminal justice system and related fields. This in-depth program will enhance your effectiveness as a working professional, provide a f...

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South University

  • Criminal Justice / Crime Scene (Bachelor's)
    Our online Criminal Justice program is designed specifically for working adults. You can maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations while you prepare to laun...
  • Criminal Justice / Cyber Crime (Bachelor's)
    Our online Criminal Justice program is designed specifically for working adults. You can maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations while you prepare to laun...
  • Criminal Justice / Juvenile Justice (Bachelor's)
    Our online Criminal Justice program is designed specifically for working adults. You can maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations while you prepare to laun...
  • Criminal Justice / Law Enforce. (Bachelor's)
    Prepare to protect the public and serve on the front lines of homeland security by learning about law enforcement operations, criminal law and investigation, and terrorism and homeland security.
  • Criminal Justice /Corrections (Bachelor's)
    Our online Criminal Justice program is designed specifically for working adults. You can maintain a balance between your academic studies and your work and family obligations while you prepare to laun...

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Florida Tech University Online-Undergrad

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Do you see yourself working in law enforcement, probation, parole, corrections, or juvenile justice? Are you intrigued by crime and criminal behavior? As society becomes more concerned about homeland se...

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Ashford University

  • Org Mgmt/Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management (BAOM) degree and examine the human side of managing organizations. Learn to allow for skill development in communication, group behavior, decisio...
  • Org Mgmt/Public Safety Administration (Bachelor's)
    You can transfer up to 12 credits of Public Safety Administration coursework to qualify as your concentration in the Organizational Management degree program. Combine the skills you acquired to be succe...
  • Social & Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social and Criminal Justice (BASCJ) degree to enhance your understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact social issues have on maintaining a just society. Lea...
  • Social Science/Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BA/SS) degree and develop a sound understanding of the society we live in - individuals, families, communities, governments, and cultures - from various per...

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Henley-Putnam University

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Liberty University

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Whether you are a experienced law enforcement official looking to increase your proficiency and further your career or an individual with a desire to enter into law enforcement, earning your Bachelor of...

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Rasmussen College

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Crime Management is an important aspect in protecting and maintaining our cities, our government, and our society as a whole.  A Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice from Rasmussen College can posit...

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Bellevue University

  • Bachelor of Science in Corrections Administration and Management
    This degree was designed specifically for corrections professionals through a Bellevue University partnership with the National Institute of Corrections (NIC).  NIC and state-level training courses...
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration
    Provide students with the communication, analytical and leadership skills, and knowledge that are needed to make the modern criminal justice organization run as efficiently and effectively as possible.&...
  • Bachelor of Science in Investigations
    The Bachelor of Science in Investigations is designed to help prepare individuals for careers in Loss Prevention, Anti-Money Laundering, Federal Law Enforcement, Corporate Security, Insurance Fraud, Sec...
  • Bachelor of Science in Security Management
    Concentrates on management of the challenging issues and situations faced by individuals working in private, industrial, and public security.  The curriculum builds on current career experience the...

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Strayer University

  • IS: Homeland Security and Info Systems (Bachelor's)
    The principle objective of the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems program is to teach students state of the art computer concepts. This will prepare them for programmer/analyst, database managem...

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Western International University

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UMUC

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Tiffin University

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ITT Tech

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    ITT Technical Institute offers an online program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice. This program teaches the fundamentals of the criminal justice system and criminal justice sk...
  • Criminal Justice - Cyber Security (Bachelor's)
    ITT Technical Institute offers an online program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice - Cyber Security. This program teaches the fundamentals of the criminal justice system and cr...

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Keiser University Online

  • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    Keiser University Online offers a Bachelor's of Arts degree with a major in Criminal Justice - online. If you are interested in a career in law enforcement, Homeland Security, forensic science or relate...
  • Homeland Security (Bachelor's)
    Keiser University's Bachelor of Arts degree in Homeland Security focuses on essential management-level skills needed in the field of Homeland Security.  The program addresses unique proficiencies n...

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