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Criminal Justice B.A.Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

Serve your community, protect the innocent, and shape justice. NSU’s Criminal Justice degree turns your purpose into powerful career pathways.

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Explore law enforcement, the legal system, and corrections. Graduate ready to serve your community in high-impact criminal justice careers.

Why Choose Criminal Justice at NSU

Launch a Purpose-Driven Career

NSU’s Criminal Justice program equips you with the knowledge, experience, and confidence to pursue justice, protect communities, and lead in law enforcement, legal services, and public safety. Flexible formats. Focused faculty. Career-ready graduates.

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AT A GLANCE COURSES

Learn how justice is enforced, crime is solved, and society is protected through engaging, real-world courses designed to prepare you for today’s criminal justice careers.

INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Explore how police, courts, and corrections work together to uphold justice in a democratic society.

CRIMINOLOGY AND FOUNDATIONS

Examine why crime happens and how society responds with punishment and reform.

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION

Master crime scene analysis, evidence collection, and case preparation techniques.

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Where A Criminal Justice Degree Can Take You

From the courtroom to the crime scene, an NSU Criminal Justice degree opens doors to high-demand careers in law enforcement, legal services, forensics, and corrections.

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POLICE OFFICER

Serve and protect your community. Enforce laws, prevent crime, and respond to emergencies with integrity and strength.

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PARALEGAL

Support attorneys in legal research, case prep, and courtroom procedures. Work in law firms, agencies, or the corporate sector.

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FORENSIC SCIENCE TECHNICIAN

Investigate crime scenes, analyze evidence, and provide critical scientific insights to solve cases.

Program Highlights

NSU’s Criminal Justice program offers unique opportunities and resources to help you succeed. From hands-on learning to personalized guidance, these highlights set our program apart.

Hands on Learning

Apply what you learn in real-world simulations and career-based scenarios that build your investigative, legal, and ethical skills.

Expert Faculty

Learn from experienced professionals who bring careers in law enforcement, forensics, and legal studies directly into the classroom.

Career Preparation

Graduate with the knowledge, experience, and skills employers seek in today’s competitive criminal justice careers.

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