Criminal Justice

Bachelor’s

Serve others with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice.

100%
Online
Get a degree in Criminal Justice 100% Online at NGU.
#11
Ranked Online Program
NGU ranked #11 on Intelligent.com’s list of “Best Online Criminal Justice Degree Programs” (2020)
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Electives
Pursue your passion through a wide variety of elective courses. Criminal Justice, Law, and the Media. Domestic Relations. Judicial Process. Juvenile Delinquency. Law Enforcement Operations. Principles of Investigations. Terrorism. And more!

Fulfill your future career dreams in safety and public welfare. Contribute to a safer and more just society with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice.

Why Choose?

  • Degree Flexibility: This program opens up a wide range of career opportunities, from local law enforcement to crime scene investigation and forensics. Criminal Justice also serves as a foundation and launchpad for graduate studies in law, criminology, or other security-focused programs.
  • 100% Online: Complete at your own pace, anywhere you choose.

Program Overview

  • Why NGU?

    At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.

  • Purpose

    Build your understanding of law and justice. Expand your career opportunities and get the necessary foundation to serve your community or pursue graduate-level studies in your desired career path.

Example Courses

  • General Education Example Courses
    • e-Learning
    • Academic Success
    • Biblical Foundations
    • Jesus in Matthew’s Gospel
    • Oral Communication
    • Composition and Rhetoric
    • Composition and Literature
    • History course
    • Contemporary Mathematics or higher math course
    • Natural science course
    • Psychology or sociology course
  • Core Example Courses
    • Introduction to Criminal Justice
    • Theories in Criminology
    • Ethics in Criminal Justice
    • Criminal Law
    • Law Enforcement Operations
    • Juvenile Delinquency
    • Principles of InvestigationsCorrections
    • Judicial Process
    • Terrorism and Homeland Security
    • Forensic Analysis and Criminal Profiling
    • Legal Issues
    • Special Topics: Cybercrime
    • Research Design and Analysis in Criminal Justice
    • Seminar: Report Writing for Criminal Justice and Legal Professionals
    • Seminar: Conflict Resolution and Mediation Skills
    • Seminar: Supervision and Management Principles in Criminal Justice
    • Seminar: Criminal Justice and Legal Careers and Networking Strategies
    • Criminal Justice Internship I
    • Criminal Justice Internship II
    • Introduction to Political Science
    • American National Government
    • State and Local Government

Get to Know Our Faculty!
Hunter Baker, JD, PhD
Provost and Dean of Faculty
Staci M. Rollins, JD
Department Chair, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies
Kristopher Ahler, PhD
Director of Criminal Justice for NGU Online
Joshua J. Styles, JD
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies

Have Questions about the Criminal Justice Program?

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Kristopher Ahler, PhD

Director of Criminal Justice for NGU Online
864.663.7512 kahler@ngu.edu

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