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Criminal Justice programs offered at South University

Criminal Justice Overview

Program Information

Are you interested in criminal justice colleges? Earn a Criminal Justice degree from South University.

If you are passionate about making the world a safer place, enjoy working with and helping people, and have keen observation and problem-solving skills, going to criminal justice school may be for you. Explore our Criminal Justice degree programs:

Associate of Science in Criminal Justice Degree

The associate's degree in Criminal Justice program has courses which have been developed by professionals in the field to bring you real-world insight into police, corrections, court, and security operations, and more. Whether you are already working in law enforcement or just beginning to enter the field, our associate's degree in Criminal Justice program provides students with a strong academic foundation for transfer into the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Degree

Our four-year bachelor’s degree program in Criminal Justice offers comprehensive, relevant, practitioner-oriented preparation for this dynamic, rapidly growing profession. You may choose one of five areas of emphasis – juvenile justice, corrections, law enforcement, crime scene investigation (CSI), and cyber crime. Coursework focuses on the development of real-world knowledge of the criminal justice system in all its complexities, and explores the social, legal, and technological challenges of the field.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice Degree

South University's Master of Science in Criminal Justice degree program offers you an accelerated curriculum designed to meet the growing need for professionals in the high-demand field. Become a part of a learning community of criminal justice experts who will use knowledge to advance the law enforcement, correctional, political, and legal arenas.

Graduate Programs

This program is available at the following campus locations:

Columbia, SC
Montgomery, AL
Novi, MI
Online
  • Criminal Justice (MS)
    Specializations available in:
    Corrections
    Cyber Crime
    Homeland Security
    Public Administration
Savannah, GA
Tampa, FL
West Palm Beach, FL

Undergraduate Programs

This program is available at the following campus locations:

Austin, TX
Cleveland, OH
Columbia, SC
Montgomery, AL
Novi, MI
Online
Richmond, VA
Savannah, GA
Tampa, FL
Virginia Beach, VA
West Palm Beach, FL



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    Program Costs
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    How much will this program cost me?

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    Below is the institution tuition cost for this program for a full-time student completing the entire program in normal time. All tuition and fees are subject to change.

    Room & Board*$41887
    Program Fees$175
    Tuition$78675
    Books & Digital Resources$6000
    *optional where available

    Median Debt
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    What are my financing options to pay for the program?

    A:

    In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 98% of graduates used loans to finance their education. The median debt for program graduates:

    • Federal Loans: $45906
    • Private Educational Loans: $0
    • Institutional Financing plan: $0

    Success
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    How long will it take me to complete this program?

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    The program could take as little as 48 months to complete.

    76% of graduates from this program finished in this time.

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    What percentage of students find employment in their field or a related field?

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    According to EDMC calculations, the job placement rate for students who graduate from this program is 75%.

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    What are the job opportunities for graduates of this program?

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    For more information on job opportunities in this field of study: ONET Online. The job opportunities link is for general information purposes. The program you have selected could have different outcomes. Please check with your admissions registrar for detailed information.