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Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Online

University of Central Florida

University of Central Florida Online BA/BS in Criminal Justice

  • Orlando
About This Program

Comprehensive program combining theory, research, and applied criminal justice analysis.

Student Reviews
What You'll Learn

Comprehensive program preparing students for professional roles in criminal justice agencies. Combines hands-on training and online coursework analyzing crime patterns, assessing social factors influencing criminal behavior. Scholar’s track option for one-on-one research projects. Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
History of crime, research methods, legal prosecution, crime pattern analysis, social factors in criminology, ethical dimensions, cybersecurity in law enforcement, juvenile justice system, serial murder, criminal profiling, sex offender studies, human trafficking awareness, domestic violence, organizational behavior, policy analysis
Typical Course Topics
1. Introduction to Criminal Justice 2. Criminology 3. Criminal Law 4. Corrections and Penology 5. Policing and Law Enforcement 6. Juvenile Justice
Program Specializations:
Criminal Justice
Cybersecurity
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
High school diploma or GED required with a minimum GPA of 2.5; SAT/ACT scores optional for most applicants.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Optional
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: Optional
β€’ Resume: Optional
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

120 credit hours required; Criminal justice foundations, Criminal law, Research methods, Criminology, Crime analysis, Leadership, Policy analysis, Advanced specialization electives in Cybersecurity and Juvenile Justice, The Nature of Crime, Policy Analysis in Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice Organization, Research Methods courses, Capstone seminar option, Scholar’s track research project

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
Criminal Justice/Police Officer: $65,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
3.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Police Officer 2. Probation Officer 3. Corrections Officer 4. Criminal Investigator
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include local police departments, state correctional facilities, federal law enforcement agencies like the FBI, and county sheriff's offices.
Program Details
Duration
  • 4 Year
Tuition
  • 21,500
Format
Online
Specializations
Criminal Justice
Cybersecurity