Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
University of South Dakota

Program Details

Make a difference in your community, shaping policy and improving lives, with this online criminal justice bachelor degree. Study all aspects of the criminal justice system, preparing to ensure everyone is treated fairly and compassionately by the criminal justice system. Graduates are prepared for careers from litigation to national defense and everything in between. ‘Possible career locations include:

  • Law firms
  • Federal agencies
  • Child welfare
  • Private investigation
  • National defense

In addition to focusing on foreign language and the humanities in this online BA, you will take six core classes specific to criminal justice including: criminology, criminal procedure and criminal law. An additional 5 classes are your electives.

Courses are taught by award-winning faculty. Even though you are studying at a distance you know you are learning from qualified and experienced leaders.

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of South Dakota is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

High School or Equivalent

Application Requirements

Official High School Transcript/GED Score