Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Find Your Calling in Criminal Justice

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Degree Program at California Baptist University prepares individuals for careers or advancement in a variety of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, and as security personnel, including preparation for graduate study in related public service fields.

Created with the input of seasoned leaders in criminal justice, the curriculum reflects content most relevant to today’s criminal justice professionals. Classes are taught by experienced faculty, including many active and retired members of law enforcement and other related professions, who impart practical knowledge that can be immediately applied to the job as well as to future career goals. Accelerated eight-week sessions allow working students to complete their degree in as little as sixteen months.

Ethical Professionals

The B.S. in Criminal Justice supports CBU’s faith-based mission within the classroom and coursework. Courses integrate Christian principles as they apply to ethics, justice, and other key issues related to the field of criminal justice. Students gain a deeper understanding of the law and how to uphold it.

Finish What You Started

CBU's B.S. in Criminal Justice is a specially designed degree for working adults who are looking to finish what they've already started. An accelerated degree program which can be completed in as little as 16 months, the B.S. in Criminal Justice is aimed to be helpful for students who desire to earn their degree while working. A major in Criminal Justice from CBU's Online and Professional Studies allows students to earn their bachelor's degree at an accelerated pace. With courses offered in online form, hybrid form, and completely in-person, students have the opportunity to complete their coursework around their own schedule. The accelerated criminal justice degree offered through CBU's OPS provides an excellent opportunity for undergraduate degree-completion.

Professors with Working Knowledge

Dynamic forums for discussion and interaction, online business courses through CBU’s B.S. in Criminal Justice degree-completion program connect aspiring professionals and accomplished faculty. CBU's faculty consists of quality professors who help to make sure that earning your degree online is an enriching and enjoyable experience.  As successful criminal justice professionals, mentors, as well as instructors, professors bring practical, applicable working knowledge into the classroom, and into the hands of students.

If you’re ready to reach your professional and personal goals, the faculty and staff responsible for the Criminal Justice program are ready to help. Attend the next information session or contact a CBU Online & Professional Studies Admissions Counselor to learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice major.