Online Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice (CJ)

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Program Overview

An online bachelor’s degree in criminal justice helps you pursue your career goals without neglecting current work and family commitments. In a convenient and flexible format, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge needed to advance in your field. Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program at Aurora University Online are prepared for positions in law enforcement, corrections, courts, probation, parole and private security.

Instructors in this program use open education resources (OER) in place of traditional textbooks for some courses. This means digital, openly licensed content is available free of charge to students.

This program is designed for busy, working students who have life experience in criminal justice. Start your journey at AU Online and build on your previously earned credit to complete your bachelors degree today.

Curriculum Overview

Aurora University’s online bachelor’s degree in criminal justice provides you with a broad academic background in the criminal justice system, criminology and other core subjects. Prepare for advanced careers by personalizing your degree with elective courses in your area of interest. Each class is taught by faculty members who have real-world experience.

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Program Details

Next Start Date:January 11, 2021
Est. Program Length:2-4 Years
Credit Hours:120 (40 in major)
Course Length:8 Weeks
Cost Per Credit:$425

Course Details

CRJ1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice System – 4 hours
CRJ2150 Correctional Services – 4 hours
CRJ2220 Criminal Justice Report Writing – 4 hours
CRJ2300 Criminology – 4 hours
CRJ2420 Criminal Law – 4 hours
CRJ2500 Policing America – 4 hours
CRJ3610 Research Methods – 4 hours
CRJ4800 Strategic Planning and Ethics – 4 hours
Electives – 8 hours

Course details are based on information available at the time of publication. Specific program requirements are subject to change.

An earned associates degree (AA, AS, AAS) or 60 earned hours of credit from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Transcripts (official, sealed) from all previously-attended colleges and universities
A resume demonstrating two or more years of work experience, military service, or relevant adult responsibilities
A personal statement addressing why you wish to enroll in an online program and a description of how you will structure your life and time to be successful

Students can transfer more than half the credits they need to successfully earn a four-year degree. Aurora University will accept up to 68 credits from a 2 year institution and 90 credits from a 4 year institution.

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