BS in Criminal Justice – Crime Scene Investigation
Help Solve Crimes with a BS in Criminal Justice – Crime Scene Investigation Degree
A career in criminal justice often goes beyond what you see on TV and film. Your dedication to justice and sense of duty can be a welcome asset to your community and beyond as you serve in the capacity of a crime scene investigator.
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminal Justice – Crime Scene Investigation degree can help you gain forensic skills and foundational knowledge for a career in criminal investigation. Throughout our criminal justice bachelor’s degree program, you can study under experienced law enforcement officers who are passionate about teaching you the skills to serve your community and beyond with integrity and excellence.
The knowledge you receive in the classroom can turn into real-world experience as you’ll have the opportunity to participate in an exercise where you will process a realistic crime scene. You can have the chance to work alongside individuals from the Virginia State Police, Bedford County Sheriff’s Office, Campbell County Sheriff’s Office, and the FBI Crime Lab.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our BS in Criminal Justice Degree
Investigate and Make an Impact
Thanks to an Illuminate Grant for Justice Project DNA testing equipment and training, you’ll have the chance to work alongside professors from our Criminal Justice, School of Law, and Biology departments to research cold cases.
This hands-on opportunity allows you to apply your knowledge to real-world investigations and support criminal justice reform advocates in their efforts to exonerate individuals who have been wrongly convicted.
Build Skills with Potential Internships
Through programs like our Washington Fellowship, you can gain hands-on experience in the criminal justice field. These internships include opportunities to work with organizations such as the Metro Police Department.
Connect with Top Students
Join Alpha Phi Sigma, the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, and connect with other high-achieving students in your field. Membership provides opportunities to build your professional network, develop leadership skills, and enhance your academic experience.
Participate in Career-Focused Opportunities
The Criminal Justice Club offers a variety of events and learning opportunities to help you grow in your field. From networking events to skill-building activities, the club is designed to support your career development.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BS in Criminal Justice Degree?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a specialization in crime scene investigation can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Computer forensics specialist
- Crime scene investigator
- Federal agent
- Police officer
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our BS in Criminal Justice Degree – Crime Scene Investigation Program?
In our BS in Criminal Justice degree, you can learn important legal and procedural concepts, such as gathering and processing evidence. Gaining an accurate view of a crime scene is crucial for investigators, so you’ll study how to manage and photograph crime scenes. No proper crime scene investigation program would be complete without exploring how to perform forensic computer and cyber analyses. You can discover how to conduct criminal investigations and participate in hands-on exercises with other law enforcement professionals.
Featured BS in Criminal Justice Degree Courses
CJUS 360 – Introduction to Forensics
CJUS 361 – Crime Scene Photography
CJUS 362 – Crime Scene Management
CJUS 420 – Criminal Investigations I
Degree Information
- This program falls under the Helms School of Government
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice – Crime Scene Investigation?
Learn from Experienced Professionals
At Liberty, our professors bring diverse backgrounds from local, state, and federal criminal justice organizations. Their firsthand knowledge can offer valuable insight into the realities of the field.
Through mentorship and classroom guidance, you can begin developing the character and skills that may help you prepare for leadership in law enforcement or investigation work.
Become Grounded in Ethics
At Liberty, your criminal justice degree is about more than learning laws and procedures – it’s about becoming someone others can trust. You’ll explore real-world issues through a values-driven lens, learning how to navigate tough decisions with integrity and accountability.
With this kind of ethical foundation, you can prepare to serve your community with compassion and integrity.
Explore Career-Focused Opportunities
Liberty’s size and resources support a range of programs that may enrich your education. You could apply for the Washington Fellowship, which offers exciting internship opportunities with various organizations.
Opportunities like these are intended to help you grow professionally and connect with experienced practitioners in the field.
Build Your Network
Outside the classroom, you could potentially join Alpha Phi Sigma, the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, or participate in the Criminal Justice Club.
These organizations offer chances to attend events, pursue scholarship opportunities, and begin building a network within the broader criminal justice community.
Admissions
How Do You Become a Student in the BS in Criminal Justice – Crime Scene Investigation Program?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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