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Make a difference in your community with an online criminal justice degree
Prepare to protect and serve while advancing your criminal justice career with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Lynn University. Through the program, you’ll gain a comprehensive foundation spanning law enforcement, correctional and judicial systems, civil rights and more.
Tap into an education without limits. Enjoy 100% online learning, while completing field-based exercises and an optional internship that gives you practical experience. Explore topics like criminology, political studies, psychology, ethics and victimology with faculty members who are nationally recognized experts in the criminal justice field.
Whether you are new or already established in the field, earning your online bachelor’s degree in criminal justice can help unlock your boundless potential and prepare you for leadership roles in social, legal and law enforcement services.
Quick facts
- Start dates: 3 times a year
- Next term: May 4–Aug. 16
- Learning format: 100% online
- Program length: 4 years
We are looking to completely transform the way students learn.
Upcoming start dates
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3K+ students from over 100 countries
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Advance your career in public service
Now, more than ever, the field of criminal justice needs talented professionals with the education, confidence and ethical consciousness to make a positive impact on communities and the world. Employment in the protective services field is expected to grow through 2030. Prepare to meet this demand with Lynn’s online program.
Here’s what you’ll study in the online criminal justice degree:
- Diverse crime and causation theories
- Real-world societal issues facing criminal justice practitioners today
- Ethical values in a diverse and interconnected society
- A holistic approach to criminal behavior and crime
Here’s how we’ll support you
As a student, you will be assigned a student success manager who will serve as your primary point of contact throughout the program—from course registration to tracking your progress. Learn more about the support you’ll receive from your student success manager.
Career opportunities
Earning your bachelor’s degree in criminal justice online can open the door to careers in areas such as:
- Corrections
- Delinquency prevention/juvenile justice
- Private security
- Victim advocacy and services
Admission and tuition
Learn more about Lynn’s admission requirements and online bachelor’s in criminal justice tuition.
Applicants
The enrollment deadline is coming soon; view upcoming start dates and application deadlines.
Candidates must provide the following:
- Completed application
- Personal statement
- Official transcripts
To get started, create a profile for Lynn's personalized application portal and fill out an application.
Applicants
Applicants
The enrollment deadline is coming soon; view upcoming start dates and application deadlines.
Candidates must provide the following:
- Completed application
- Personal statement
- Official transcripts
To get started, create a profile for Lynn's personalized application portal and fill out an application.
Undergraduate tuition and fees
Undergraduate tuition and fees
Online bachelor’s degree tuition: $375 per credit
Annual total: $11,250
Cost estimates are based on completion of 120 total credits (30 credits per year). Some programs and courses may have additional costs.
Scholarships and financial aid
Scholarships and financial aid
Earning your online bachelor’s degree at Lynn may be more affordable than you expect. Explore scholarship, grant and loan opportunities to find out how much you could save.