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A degree in Criminal Justice from Herzing University prepares graduates for many different careers in the law enforcement, security and corrections fields. Students gain a solid understanding of the legal system and judicial process as well as learn the unique aspects of corrections and juvenile justice. They also gain proficiency in criminalistics and evidence forensics.

Criminal Justice Program Comparison Chart

Program availability varies by location.

ProgramCreditsMonths
Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice6020
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice With a Concentration in Homeland Security12236
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice With a Concentration in Supervision and Management12136
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice With No Minor or Concentration12236
*Average number of months for students to complete program

Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice

This degree program is designed to give graduates the credentials and capabilities needed to gain entry-level positions at the local and state level. With a well-rounded approach to working within the public safety sector, graduates are employable in many different career areas. Download Program Course Sheet

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Homeland Security

In addition to core criminal justice courses, this program also delves into criminal psychology and investigation, narcotics and financial crimes. In their homeland security coursework, students explore such critical areas as fire science, terrorism, emergency management, industrial security, and incident stress management. Today, this knowledge of homeland security and public safety strategies is very valuable to any criminal justice-related career. Download Program Course Sheet

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a Concentration in Supervision and Management

This program provides students with a comprehensive academic knowledge of public safety; including criminology, law enforcement, corrections and the criminal justice system as well as the skills and techniques for supervision and management. Download Program Course Sheet

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with No Minor or Concentration

This degree completion program allows students to more easily transfer a large number of college credits they have earned previously. While it does not include a minor or concentration, the curriculum does feature all core and elective Criminal Justice courses. Download Program Course Sheet

  • ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE & ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

    CIP Codes:

    43.0104

    Semesters:

    4

    Tuition Range:

    $21,840-$27,300

    Number of Graduates in Cohort:

    54

    Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:

    $22,649

    On-time Completion:

    0.12962963

    Available Graduate Employment Rate:

    0.429

    SOC:

    25-1111; 33-1011; 33-1012

    Occupational Title:

    Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary; First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers; First-Line Supervisors and Police and Detectives

    O*Net Links:

    http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1111.00  http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1011.00  http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1012.00 
  • BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE

    CIP Codes:

    43.0104

    Semesters:

    9

    Tuition Range:

    $51,300-$54,540

    Number of Graduates in Cohort:

    28

    Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:

    $36,993.50

    On-time Completion:

    42.86%

    Available Graduate Employment Rate:

    72.00%

    SOC:

    25-1111; 33-1011; 33-1012

    Occupational Title:

    Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary; First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers; First-Line Supervisors and Police and Detectives

    O*Net Links:

    http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-1121.00  http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1011.00  http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-1012.00 
  • DIPLOMA IN CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE AND ANALYSIS

    CIP Codes:

    43.0111

    Semesters:

    2

    Tuition Range:

    $11,400

    Number of Graduates in Cohort:

    No information available

    Mean Institutional Loan Debt of Graduates:

    No information available

    Mean Private Loan Debt of Graduates:

    No information available

    Mean Title IV Loan Debt of Graduates:

    No information available

    On-time Completion:

    No information available

    Available Graduate Employment Rate:

    No information available

    SOC:

    25-1111

    Occupational Title:

    Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

    O*Net Links:

    http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1111.00 

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