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Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Public Administration

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Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Criminal Justice – Public Administration

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Support and Serve Your Community with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice – Public Administration

Are you ready to take the first step toward keeping your community safe? Do you want to gain a better understanding of government policies and operations? Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree can help. Our program can set you on the path to success by equipping you with in-demand skills and foundational knowledge in the criminal justice system.

If you want to further your career and thrive as a professional, the leadership and administration skills you gain in our B.S. in Criminal Justice degree will help you reach your goal!

Liberty University’s 100% online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Public Administration is designed to strengthen your leadership and public management skills as you learn to develop responses and solutions to challenging situations. You will gain foundational knowledge and skills regarding the management and structure of the criminal justice system as it relates to controversial issues and the general public.

What Will You Learn in Liberty’s Criminal Justice Program?

  • Advanced public administration
  • Criminal justice ethics
  • Government regulation of business
  • Public finance and budgeting

If you choose to earn your bachelor’s in criminal justice degree from Liberty, you can complete your degree as quickly as you want or as slowly as you need. Our B.S. in Criminal Justice degree is offered 100% online so you can stay active in your current schedule while gaining advanced training.

You may also be interested in exploring our bachelor’s degrees in pre-law, public administration, or national security.

What Careers Can You Pursue with a Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Degree?

  • Community services coordinator
  • Local government official
  • Policy analysis and implementation official
  • Public relations manager
  • Public servant

Highlights of Our Online B.S. in Criminal Justice – Public Administration Degree Program

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online criminal justice degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
  • You can complete our Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice – Public Administration online in as little as 3.5 years.

      Military Benefits for Our Online B.S. in Criminal Justice Degree Program 

      Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

      • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
      • Reserve/National Guard
      • Veterans/retirees
      • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
      • Current Department of Defense employees

      We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

      • Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
      • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)
      • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
      • Potential college credit for military training
      120

      Credit Hours

      SACSCOC

      Class Type

      100% online, 8-week courses

      Interested in studying on campus?

      Transfer Credits

      Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total

      Next Start Date

      Oct 21, 2024

      Accreditation

      Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC

      600+ Online Degrees

      With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.

      Ranked in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America

      Recognized by multiple institutions for academic quality, affordability, and accessibility.

      No tuition increase for 9 years

      While most universities have continued to increase the cost of tuition over the years, we haven’t so that advanced education is accessible for all.

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