Florida International University - Shorelight
BS in Criminal Justice

Miami, USA

DEGREE TYPE

BSc

DURATION

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The BS in Criminal Justice offers students a comprehensive understanding of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, the courts, and corrections. This four-year program combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, preparing students for various roles within the justice field.

Career Outcomes : Graduates may pursue careers as police officers, probation officers, court administrators, and security consultants. The skills developed in this program can lead to roles within governmental agencies, private security firms, or non-profit organizations focusing on criminal justice reform.

The BSCJ program is available at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus and FIU Online. The program provides students with an understanding of the three main components of the justice system: police, courts, and corrections. The study of criminal justice and criminology involves research methods and the application of criminological theories.

All students are required to complete the University Core Curriculum General Education Requirements to receive a degree from FIU. Proof of an Associate of Arts (AA) degree from a Florida college automatically satisfies this requirement.

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