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With an accredited online criminal justice degree, you can become a future leader in law enforcement and the legal system and work toward enhancing society for the better.

Program Details

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Next Start Date:

05/12/2025
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Estimated Length:

4 Years
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Credit Hours:

120
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Cost Per Credit:

$440

Program Benefits

    • Accepts up to 72 transfer credits
    • Up to 16 credits for police academy credits
    • Expert faculty
    • No application fee

B.S. Criminal Justice Administration Overview

Campbellsville University’s online bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration provides you with the skills you need for a career in the criminal justice system. You will graduate with a solid foundation in the many concepts and principles that govern all areas of criminal justice. The program explores topics such as criminology, law enforcement and victimology while stressing human values, critical thinking, professional ethics and analytical skills.

Online criminal justice degree students will gain insight about the field’s programs and organizations and their management, as well as court procedures, functions and efforts. You will also investigate police operations, the scientific study of victimization and the major perspectives and theories for criminology.

While the criminal justice field covers a wide variety of careers, you can tailor your studies to focus on your desired career. Potential careers for graduates of this program include bailiff, paralegal, game warden and more. You will also be prepared for future opportunities in leadership and will be able to help keep your community safe as a criminal justice professional who integrates ethical, Christian values in your work.

Our criminal justice program’s faculty members contribute their years of real-world experience to this program. You’ll receive personalized guidance from expert instructors in flexible online courses that were designed with your convenience in mind.

Campbellsville University is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

“I couldn’t of done it if I had to go back to campus. Being able to get it online is the only way I would’ve been able to get my degree.”
David Harris

David Harris
Ranked in the top 50 Most Affordable Christian Colleges in the U.S.

Course Map

Campbellsville’s online criminal justice degree includes 120 credit hours of study that explore criminal justice, business administration, sociology and psychology. This four-year degree can be completed in as little as two years, depending on the number of credit hours transferred from a regionally accredited college.


Admissions Requirements

To apply to Campbellsville’s criminal justice administration program, prospective students must:

  1. Complete the online application.
  2. Submit official copies of transcripts from each college or university previously or currently attended, along with a complete record of all courses attempted.
  3. If transferring fewer than 24 credit hours, submit official high school transcript.

Costs & Financial Aid

The online bachelor’s degree in criminal justice administration costs $424 per credit hour. Campbellsville University’s staff is available to work with students to discover available financial aid options to make their education even more affordable. 


Careers in Criminal Justice Administration

The doors open to many careers for criminal justice administration graduates. Some of the potential career outcomes are:


Why Choose CU?

Campbellsville University Online seeks to provide an affordable faith-based education that fosters personal and professional growth for its students. Learning in small, 100% online classes, you'll have opportunities to connect one-on-one with expert professors who prioritize your success and value the experience you bring to the table. From day one, you'll also benefit from Campbellsville's student services, including a personal online academic advisor who will provide tailored assistance on your journey toward graduation. Access further support in the areas of mental health, career and finance, life management, technical resources and more. Finish strong with CU.
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Benefits of Learning Online

Choosing to finish your degree 100% online means having the flexibility to study at the times and places that are most convenient for you. You'll learn from supportive, expert faculty members who are experienced in their fields and deliver the well-rounded education you need to take the next step in your career. Campbellsville is committed to the quality of its online courses and offers a dynamic selection of degree programs that are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.


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