Long Island University

Criminal Justice (BA)

Long Island University

Faculty:Roosevelt School
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $57,236

Cost is an approximation, converted to Canadian dollars.



Careers:Commissioned Police OfficersIntelligence Officers

Description:

The Bachelor of Arts degree program in Criminal Justice is designed to meet the demands for professionals working in policing, corrections, prosecution and pretrial services, probation, parole, juveniles, public safety, victim services, civil and family courts, homeland security, international security, and other related fields. In addition to our core curriculum, which thoroughly explores the theory and practice of the criminal justice system, you can choose from elective courses that focus on a particular area of interest. The curriculum will expose you to the latest trends in theory and technology that impact criminal justice.

All students receive invaluable, hands-on training in the field of criminal justice. Students in the Department of Criminal Justice participate in a practicum, interning in a variety of Criminal Justice agencies.

LIU Post alumni are law enforcement officers, federal agents, security officers, prosecutors, corrections counselors, judges, attorneys, private security professionals, homeland security agents, forensic technologists, crime lab technicians, emergency managers, FBI agents and social service professionals. Many of our graduates have gone on to attend law school.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*80
Additional Admission Requirements:

    Undergraduate Admissions:

    • Complete the online application at liu.edu/apply
    • Submit transcripts from all high schools and post-secondary institutions attended
    • [Optional] Submit SAT or ACT Test Scores (SAT: LIU Code 2369/ ACT: LIU Code 2792)

    If you previously enrolled at a college or university located outside of the U.S., course-by-course credential evaluation must be completed by a member of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Visit Frequently Asked Questions | Long Island University for more details. 

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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