BS in Criminal Justice
100% Online

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette makes completing your bachelor's degree in criminal justice possible.

Our 100% online bachelor's program lets you earn a degree that fits your goals, through a program that fits your schedule.

Advance your career or pursue a new role in law enforcement, corrections, advocacy, and more!

You'll prepare to step onto the front lines of creating new and better solutions to address crime and engage in social justice.

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UL Lafayette is a Carnegie R1 institution and is recognized among US News and World Report’s Best Online Programs.

SUPPORTIVE

Access the tools you need to succeed with application-to-graduation support from dedicated advisors, faculty, and enrollment specialists.

AFFORDABLE

Take advantage of flat-rate, $380-per-credit for all UL Lafayette online students. Plus, apply your veterans' benefits or financial aid, if you qualify.

What to Expect as a UL Lafayette Online Student

Access to instructors, application to graduation support, online library resources, 24/7 tutoring access and more!

Criminal Justice Courses

To earn your degree, you'll need to have earned 120 total credit hours. Your applicable transfer credits will cut down both your time and cost to finish your degree!
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101

Intro to Criminal Justice

Study of crime and the role of law in society; the agencies and processes involved in the criminal justice system; relations within the system.

202

The Police Process

Historical and social settings of the police; the police role and discretion; police organization and practices; problems of law enforcement in a democratic society.

204

The Criminal Courts

Role and structure of prosecution, defense, and the courts; basic elements of substantive and procedural law.

205

The Corrections Process

Historical and social settings of corrections; theories and practices in corrections; correctional programs in institutions and the community.

301

Intro to Research Methods

Design of research models. Emphasis on techniques of gathering, recording, and analyzing criminal justice data and preparation of research reports.

305

Criminal Behavior

Study of criminal behavior with special attention to implications for criminal justice professionals. Emphasis on theories, criminal typologies and treatment methods.

495

Internship

Supervised experience in a criminal justice agency in a civilian capacity; a planned program of observation is devised for each student.
*Can be substituted for another 400-level course.

499

Seminar

Critically analyze current crime and justice related policies in the US, emphasizing the political and ideological forces that influence policy-making practices and evidence-based practices used in assessing policy effectiveness.

Why choose Criminal Justice?

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in various criminal justice sectors.

Whether you're passionate about law enforcement or seeking a deeper understanding of criminal behavior and the justice system, earning your B.S. in Criminal Justice from UL Lafayette empowers you to make a difference.

From law enforcement to legal advocacy, our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for the diverse challenges of the field. Taught by faculty with decades of applied research and field experience, you'll develop critical thinking and analytical skills essential for assessing and evaluating justice problems, policies, programs, and solutions.

Ready to take the first step toward a fulfilling career?
Our online B.S. in Criminal Justice enrollment specialists can help! Request information to get started.

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Lafayette, LA 70504
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BS in Criminal Justice100% Online