The Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with an Emphasis in Law Enforcement is offered by Kaplan University to individuals seeking learning in how the US Constitution and Bill of Rights apply in criminal law with a special focus on landmark Supreme Court cases. Students will get to examine contemporary law enforcement agencies, civil liability, community policing, policing in selected foreign countries, and public expectations. The basic program provides foundational learning in the field of criminal justice while the Emphasis Area allows students to have a specific line of expertise.

Required Major Courses include Introduction to the Criminal Justice System, Criminology I, Criminal Investigation, Computer/Technology and Criminal Justice Information Systems, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Law for Criminal Justice, Applied Criminal Justice Ethics, Research Methods in Criminal Justice, 300/400 Level Major Elective, Bachelor’s Capstone on Criminal Justice, Eight Skills of the Effective Criminal Justice Student or Pathways to Academic Success, and 200/300 Level Course. Specialization Courses consist of Family and Domestic Violence, Homeland Security, Crime Scene Investigation II, and Organizational Behavior in Criminal Justice Organizations. Total program length is ninety (90) credit hours. Tuition cost is $ 425.00 per credit hour.

Graduates can choose to pursue further studies or enter the workforce. Advanced studies can be obtained from a Master’s Degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, or Public Administration, as well as the Juris Doctor (JD). Possible job positions consist of police officer, public safety officer, crime scene investigator, or highway patrol officer. Law enforcement jobs however require additional police academy training. Prospective students include associate or bachelor degree holders from another field. The university is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.