10 Best Schools for Criminal Justice

These established continuing education schools offer comprehensive, career-focused instruction in the field of criminal justice. Here you will find a range of degrees covering a variety of course subjects in law and justice, to prepare you for a wealth of careers in law enforcement.

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University of Phoenix
Offering associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs in criminal justice, the University of Phoenix Online offers instruction on topics ranging from policing practices, criminal courts and juvenile justice, to criminology theory, cyber crime and forensics. Programs are available nationwide through the school's Axia online campus.

Everest College
With a strong inventory of criminal justice programs offered at its campus locations across 23 states, as well as its online campus, the Everest family of schools is a solid choice for accessible, affordable criminal justice degrees.

American Intercontinental University Online
This regionally accredited online college offers associate’s degrees bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice with concentrations in administration, forensics, law enforcement and special populations.

Westwood College
This college, with locations in five states, offers a BS in criminal justice covering sociology, ethics and the legal system.

Rasmussen College
Associate’s and bachelor’s degrees are available in concentrations like corrections, homeland security, investigation, crime scene evidence and other areas from this college, with locations throughout the northeast and Florida.

Liberty University
Founded by pastor Jerry Falwell, Sr. in 1971, Liberty is a Baptist university offering based in Lynchburg, VA. The BS in criminal justice covers juvenile justice, criminology, ethics and constitutional procedure.

Remington College
Remington has 18 campuses in nine states including Hawaii. The bachelor’s degree in criminal justice is offered both on campus and online, covering corrections and criminal law.

LA College International Online
The 18-month criminal justice associate’s degree prepares graduates for law enforcement, courts and corrections, as well as the private sector. The 36-month BS program opens the door for management.

Colorado Technical University
This school’s associate’s and bachelor’s degrees in criminal justice cover the theoretical and historical perspectives on law enforcement, criminal law and the courts, as well as delving into human behavior.

Heald College
Heald’s associate’s degrees and diplomas in criminal justice are offered through their business administration program, covering criminology, investigations and criminal law as well as basic business management and administration skills.

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