Program Details
Gain a solid foundation in criminal justice processes and prepare for a career in law enforcement or the judicial system with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. This online program is designed to prepare students to become leaders in criminal justice with effective critical thinking, communication, and analysis skills.
Students in this online criminal justice degree program will learn how to apply research methods and statistical analysis to a range of criminal and legal issues, analyze findings, and develop action plans. Field experiences allow students to gain experience and course credits while working with an approved criminal justice organization. Graduates can use this degree to start work or advance in government agencies, law enforcement, nonprofit organizations, victim services, corrections, academia, and more.
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
University of Houston-Downtown is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Some CollegeRecommended GPA
2.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- 16 or more previously earned college credits