Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice

Saint Leo University has been educating both active and aspiring criminal justice professionals for more than 30 years with class sizes small enough for innovative teaching and individualized attention. Our Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice is based on the input of a diverse criminal justice advisory board that is designed to prepare students for careers and rapid advancement in the criminal justice system and related fields.

This program of study will enhance the effectiveness of working professionals, provide a foundation for advancement to administrative levels, and prepare students for further study in criminal justice administration and related fields. Students will gain knowledge of: crime scene investigations, substantive criminal law, criminal justice ethics, the legal system, homeland defense, and more. This program requires 60 credits to graduate.