Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Start or advance your career in law enforcement, corrections, probation, parole, or law to make a difference in the lives of the most vulnerable with Methodist University’s online BS in Criminal Justice.

Take a holistic view of behavior, conditions, and circumstances that produce crime. The program examines crime and the criminal justice system from a social science perspective, providing you with a wide knowledge base and comprehensive understanding of criminological theory. You’ll also gain necessary skills in interpersonal communications, program and policy development, community organization, and planning and research to excel in the criminal justice field.

When you graduate, you can pursue roles like police officer, corrections officer, security and loss protection roles, FBI agent, or continue to graduate school. Methodist University alumni include professionals at the Secret Service, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. Faculty members are an ideal mix of pure academics and seasoned practitioners, and well-connected with local, state, and federal agencies.