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B.S./B.A. in Criminal Justice
Degree Details
Explore the differences between a B.A and a B.S and find important details about these degree plans.
Required Hours
University Hours: 56
Major Hours: 42-51
Electives: 21-30
Total Required 128 credit hours*
*Based on track selection
Example Coursework
- Domestic Violence
- Search & Seizure
- Ethics & Professionalism in Criminal Justice
- Law Enforcement Leadership
Minor Available
Yes! ACU offers a minor in this study. You can learn more about this minor by viewing the catalog or explore all of the minors available at the button below.
Application Deadlines
Early Application Deadline
November 1
Application Deadline
February 1
National Decision Day
May 1
Department
Career Options
Consider the wide range of exciting careers available with a bachelor’s in criminal justice.
Federal, state and local law enforcement
Game warden
Probation/parole services
Correctional career
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Curriculum
Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
Under the guidance of professional Christian faculty, you will gain an understanding of the justice system and its process, from local to global issues, and how to uphold ethical standards. You will also develop strong writing, research and analytical skills, attractive traits to employers in all industries.
Experiential Learning
Criminal justice majors can take part in a number of co-curricular opportunities, including:
- Internships at all levels of the government
- Jack Pope Fellows Program
- International Justice Mission
- Various student groups
- Phi Eta Sigma honor society for freshman majors
Careers
The B.S./B.A. in Criminal Justice offers a wide range of exciting careers, including:
- Federal, state and local law enforcement
- Game warden
- Probation/parole services
- Correctional career
- Law school
- Victim/witness assistant