Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
In this program you can gain a solid knowledge base in the triad areas of the courts, corrections, and law enforcement in addition to the management skills needed for career advancement. This program is unique in that it offers a component of forensic study not usually available at the undergraduate level. It's designed to help prepare you for a wide range of careers in the criminal justice system at the local, state or federal level and can provide a strong foundation if your long-range goal is to pursue a law degree.
When you graduate, you can pursue career opportunities such as:
- Police Officer
- Deputy Sheriff
- Fraud Investigator
- Highway Patrol Officer
Additional training and/or experienced may be required for some positions.
This Degree Program includes CTU Academic Certificates*
CTU Academic Certificates are résumé-enhancing credentials built right into course content, so you can progressively add marketable skills to your professional qualification as you study.
- Corrections Technician
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Law Enforcement Skills
- Legal Studies and Court Process
Colorado Tech Online students with no previous college or military training can complete the online Bachelor degree in Criminal Justice in about 2 ½ years. Students with prior college credit, military experience or an Associate degree may be eligible for the Colorado Tech Online Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program. In some cases, this program may shorten the length of the degree program to 15 months.
*CTU Academic certificates may vary by campus.
To learn more about CTU, our degree programs or how to apply for admission, please contact us for more information.
This program is available at the following CTU campuses: