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Arm yourself with the real-world tools and training you need to move up the ranks in your career. Become a change agent in your community.
Enhance your skills and credentials while continuing to protect and serve your community with our BS in Criminal Justice program. A bachelor’s in criminal justice prepares professionals with the skills needed for entry-level positions in law enforcement, corrections, investigation, security, and more.
Walden is designated by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.
Coursework focuses on cybercrime, restorative justice, and 21st-century policing. An engaging blend of content brings contemporary topics to life.
Put concepts and theories into practice through true-to-life scenarios, case studies, and virtual technologies that simulate real crime scenes.
Benefit from curriculum developed and taught by scholar practitioners with real-life experience in the criminal justice field.
Course-based: Receive up to a $4,000 Grant and Tech Fee waived for the first term if you reside in the U.S. and start this program on May 30, 2022. Contact one of our Enrollment Specialists to learn more.
Tempo Learning®: Receive up to a $2,000 Grant if you reside in the U.S. and start this program on June 6, 2022. Contact one of our Enrollment Specialists to learn more.
Get Started NowThis concentration allows you to take graduate courses in your bachelor’s degree program that can be applied toward Walden’s MS in Criminal Justice degree program.
Examine the devastating effects of crime on society, such as the erosion of local communities, economic instability, and drug use.
Delve deep into the criminal mind and its workings. Explore the investigative process, from collecting evidence to interviewing witnesses.
Also available in Tempo Learning®!
Explore advanced fundamentals of management and save time and money as you take graduate-level coursework as part of your bachelor’s program.
Get maximum flexibility in your program of study. Choose any four concentration courses from the online BS in Criminal Justice program to create a personalized path to your degree.
Admission is considered for adult students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent. Applicants must also meet one of the following criteria:
More information for international applicants.
The Crime and Criminal Investigation concentration offers you to choose from two degree completion options that are both designed for working professionals.
The course-based format may be a good option for you if you prefer an instructor-led approach and learning on a predetermined schedule.
Tempo Learning® is an alternative way to earn your Walden degree. It’s different from our standard course-based learning because you can work at a pace that makes sense for you, and progress once you’ve shown you understand a subject. With Tempo Learning®, you have the flexibility of online learning, plus the ability to personalize and control the length, cost, and pacing of your program.
Walden’s BS in Criminal Justice program prepares you for an exhilarating, rewarding career in law enforcement, homeland security, and many other disciplines. Explore topics that matter in today's criminal justice environment, from ethics and diversity to 21st century policing. Through virtual simulations and other true-to-life learning experiences, you’ll build job-ready skills you can apply immediately to make a positive impact.
From leading disaster response efforts to keeping our streets free of crime, criminal justice professionals play a critical role in protecting our nation’s communities. Make a meaningful difference in the lives and safety of others by earning a BS in Criminal Justice from Walden.
What Can I Do With a BS in Criminal Justice?
Many criminal justice agencies now require a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in order to be considered for employment. A BS in Criminal Justice can give you the skills and credentials you need to launch your career—or achieve a promotion or salary raise.
Whether you’re already working in the field or switching paths, you’ll be positioned for interesting and fulfilling career roles in:
Career options may require additional experience, training, or other factors beyond the successful completion of this online criminal justice bachelor’s program.
As a graduate of Walden’s online BS in Criminal Justice program, you will be prepared to:
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