We help prepare those interested in serving society through work in the criminal justice system. We prepare students with the theory and practical knowledge they’ll need to work in practically any area of criminal justice. Choose from following degree options:
Associate
Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
Format: On Campus or Online
Number of credit hours: 60
Prepare to take your place in the pursuit of criminal justice through an associate of
criminal justice degree. Gain a broad overview of criminal justice theory and application in
key areas such as criminal law, crisis intervention, domestic violence, criminal investigation
and forensics and constitutional law.
Bachelor
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice – Administration of Justice
Format: On Campus or Online
Number of credit hours:
120
Develop your leadership approach to the pursuit of criminal justice through a
robust focus on administration principles through the lens of criminal justice. You’ll examine
key concepts in criminal justice management, corrections system and operations, juvenile
justice, criminal investigation and forensics, police operations and much more.
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice – Crime Scene Investigation
Format: On Campus or Online
Number of credit hours:
120
Prepare to serve on the front lines of criminal justice with a degree
specialization in crime scene investigation. Gain the theory and tools you need to support
effective crime scene processing—from crime scenes management to digital evidence to crime
scene photography. Specialized studies are enhanced through concepts across criminal justice,
such as criminal law, criminal evidence and constitutional procedure, crisis intervention and
ethics in criminal justice
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice – Homeland Security
Format: On Campus or Online
Number of credit hours:
120
Prepare for a role serving broader national security missions and precision
initiatives in this field through a criminal justice degree with a focus in homeland security.
Cover a blend of criminal justice and homeland security coursework in areas such as emergency
management, incident command and management, constitutional law, criminal law and criminal
investigation and forensics.
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice – Law Enforcement
Format: On Campus or Online
Number of credit hours:
120
Make an impact on the welfare and safety of your community through a role in law
enforcement. Develop key expertise in police operations, security, police administration,
patrol and community policing and criminal justice management. Strengthen specialized
coursework through general topics in criminal justice, including criminal law, criminal
evidence and constitutional procedure, crisis intervention and constitutional law.
Master Degree
Master of Science in Administration of Justice
Format: On Campus or Online
Number of credit hours: 30
Prepare to take the lead in the pursuit of criminal justice—impact your community
through a role in criminal justice administration. Gain the theory and skills you need to take
on the challenges of oversight within the criminal justice system through coursework in
criminological theory, criminal justice policy analysis, criminal justice organization
management and ethics in criminal justice management. Refine core studies through a
specialized focus in advanced constitutional law, community-based law enforcement and special
topics in criminal justice administration.
Master of Science in Criminal Justice – Forensic Science
Format: On Campus or Online
Number of credit hours: 30
Develop your leadership approach to the processing of crime scene investigations with
a degree specialization in forensic science. Explore crime scene resolution through concepts
in forensic toxicology, forensic biology, and criminal profiling. Expand on specialized
studies through an examination of criminal justice concepts in key areas such as
criminological theory, criminal justice policy analysis and ethics in criminal justice
management.
Ready to pursue your career-led criminal justice degree at Salem University?
We’re ready to help you build the future you want.
Salem University has done so much for me throughout my time here. This
has been a place for that had stepped me out of my comfort zone.
Growing up locally, I never truly thought of going to Salem
University, but I am glad I did. As I have received a quality
education, but more importantly lifelong experiences and relationships
along the way. There is no way of paying back all the opportunities
that this school has given me!
Andrew Friend • Graduate
I had an amazing experience at Salem University! The faculty and staff
were supportive and available to help me with anything I needed. The
classes were engaging, and I felt challenged and pushed to do my best.
I also appreciated the diverse student body and the opportunity to
learn from people with different backgrounds and perspectives. I
recommend Salem University to anyone looking for a quality education
and a supportive community.
Yesenia Munoz •
Graduate
Why Salem?
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Our innovative programs meet the needs of tomorrow’s workforce.
Our students are focused on career building and real returns on their educational investment.
Cultivating our community partnerships spurs innovation and economic development.
We are committed to making quality career education more accessible to students over the next 7 years.