The Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Western Carolina University offers both residential and distance learning Criminal Justice undergraduate degrees. The curriculum was very structured and the professional staff was by far some of the most intelligent people that I have ever encountered throughout my educational endeavor. The cost of the program was the cheapest that I found anywhere. To make things even better, Western Carolina University is part of the University of North Carolina system meaning they are SACS certified which is the golden bar of accreditation. In other words, you are getting the best education for the best price. I loved the program and have recommended dozens of people to enroll in it as well. The degree has excelled my professional development more than words can describe. The best rating I could give was an "A" but this program and University deserves an "A+."