Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

What makes Governors State University's Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice degree unique is that it explores the causes of crime by understanding several theoretical approaches. The program explores how crime impacts multiple social groups within society, particularly, race, class, and gender.

Youll use the skills and qualifications you gain to protect your local community. A Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice at Governors State University offers you the skills you need to prepare for a career in law enforcement, corrections, security, or advocacy. If youre not sure which area best suits your goals, or youre unsure which position best highlights your existing skills, work with an advisor at GovState as you pursue your BA degree in Criminal Justice.

With a degree in criminal justice, students will be qualified for employment in the fields of law enforcement and investigative services, community and institutional corrections, criminal court systems, advocacy, or in the private/non-profit field addressing crime prevention, research, or community engagement. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, criminal justice is a field with projected growth over the next decade. Between 2016 and 2026, policing and detective fields are projected to grow 7%, and the probation, court services, and correctional treatment field is anticipating a 6% growth rate.

Applicants must:

have earned an Official high school diploma (or equivalent) or GED

Must have a minimum of 2.0 unweighted high school GPA on a 4.0 scale

Earned fewer than 24 semester hours of college credit to start GSU as a freshman

International students should have TOEFL score 500 on paper based with 53 on reading, 54 on writing, 53 on Listening, 173 on computer based with 20 on reading, 21 on writing, 19 on Listening and IBT score of 68 with 19 on reading, 16 on writing, 18 on Listening and 15 on speaking.

Application Deadline: Spring: December 01; Fall : April 01.