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Herzing University

Earn Your Criminal Justice Degree Online

Prepare for many different careers in law enforcement, security and corrections fields with a degree in Criminal Justice from Herzing University. 

  • 100% online courses 
  • Choose from bachelor's and associate degree programs
  • Curriculum emphasizes the importance of community relationships, diversity, and crisis intervention
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Next Start: January 6th

Criminal Justice

Earn Your Criminal Justice Degree Online

Prepare for many different careers in law enforcement, security and corrections fields with a degree in Criminal Justice from Herzing University. 

  • 100% online courses 
  • Choose from bachelor's and associate degree programs
  • Curriculum emphasizes the importance of community relationships, diversity, and crisis intervention
Are you ready to get started?

Start Preparing for Your Career Today

Earning a criminal justice degree online or on campus is the first step to joining this growing industry.

Bachelor's Degree
32 Months / 120 Credits
Associate Degree
20 Months / 60 Credits

Our criminal justice degree program prepares graduates for many different career paths. As a Herzing student, you will:

  • Gain a solid understanding of the legal system and judicial process
  • Learn the unique aspects of corrections and juvenile justice
  • Gain proficiency in criminalistics and evidence forensics

Dual Credit Opportunity

Students enrolled in Herzing University’s Criminal Justice bachelor’s degree program can get a head start on earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Social Work (MSW). Qualifying undergraduate students may apply up to 9 credits toward an MBA or MSW degree.

What will I learn in Herzing's criminal justice program?

Required core courses include:

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Introduction to Criminal Justice
  • Criminal Law
  • Introduction to Law and Judicial Process
  • Report Writing and Communication
  • Introduction to Corrections
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Law Enforcement Security
  • Ethics in Law Enforcement
  • Evidence Forensics
  • Patrol Procedures
  • Juvenile Justice
 

Take the next step to learn more about Herzing's criminal justice program.

You're Much More Than a Number

At Herzing, we believe that providing you with a caring, supportive community will have a positive impact on your learning experience. We know our students by name and are committed to your academic, personal, and professional success. Discover why Herzing's student-first approach, individual attention, and caring community set us apart from other colleges and universities.

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Accredited Private Nonprofit

Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission - www.hlcommission.org.
For more information about Herzing University's graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, visit info.herzing.edu.

Herzing University admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

Herzing University prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator.
The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix .

Not all programs are approved in all states.

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