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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?

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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 MunozGraduate

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