Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Criminal Justice
This affordable program qualifies you for exciting and meaningful careers in policing, corrections, courts, and elsewhere in criminal justice while offering a pathway to graduate studies.
Develop your ability to apply best practices in the management of CJ agencies and learn how to use data and research methods to analyze and interpret patterns as they relate to criminal behavior, legal situations, and agencies. Whether you currently work in criminal justice or want to enter the field, this online criminal justice B.S. degree program offers a pathway to certification in related disciplines such as FEMA, cybersecurity and criminal police science.
Benefit from affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition and multiple start dates and begin studying online at your own pace.
Apply By: 12/16/24
Start Class: 1/6/25
Program Overview:
Explore the value of our Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Criminal Justice online program
Cost Per Credit Hour: $460*
Transfer Credit Limit: 90 Hours
Credit Hours: 120
Description: The highly respected Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Criminal Justice program from YSU ─ which has been taught on campus for more than 50 years ─ equips you with a comprehensive understanding of the U.S. criminal justice system and its subsystems.
Graduates this online Criminal Justice degree program are prepared for various roles, including:
- Police Officer
- Juvenile/Intervention Treatment Specialist
- Compliance Officer
- Correctional Officer/Jailer
- Probation Officer
- Government Employee
- Victim's Advocate
In this bachelor’s in Applied Science in Criminal Justice program, you will learn how to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the operation and influence of the criminal justice system at the subsystem levels (e.g., policing, courts, corrections)
- Analyze legal situations that relate to the criminal justice system
- Apply principles and strategies identified as best practices in the management and operation of criminal justice agencies
- Analyze and interpret patterns and trends affecting criminal justice related agencies through the application of theory and the use of data analysis and research methods
- Engage in activities in preparation for employment for further study in criminal justice related areas
Benefit from low, pay-by-the-course tuition
Expand your opportunities when you complete a high-value online B.S. degree in Applied Science in Criminal Justice program with affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. All fees are included in the total tuition.
Tuition breakdown:
$460* Per Credit Hour
*In-state tuition.
Note: No payment plans are available for accelerated online students.
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | ||
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In-State | Out-of-State | In-State | Out-of-State | |
B.S. in Applied Science in Criminal Justice | $460 | $465 | $1,380 | $1,395 |
Important dates and deadlines to keep in mind
This Youngstown State University program features an accelerated online format optimized for flexibility and convenience. Review upcoming start dates and other important deadlines below.
Next Start & Application Due Dates:
Next Application Deadline
12/16/24
Classes Start On This Date
1/6/25
First Starts | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
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Spring 1 | 1/6/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/23/24 | 1/1/25 | 1/3/25 | 2/16/25 |
Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/5/25 | 3/7/25 | 4/20/25 |
Summer 1 | 5/12/25 | 4/21/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/7/25 | 5/9/25 | 6/22/25 |
Summer 2 | 6/30/25 | 6/9/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/25/25 | 6/27/25 | 8/9/25 |
Key steps for admission to our bachelor’s in Applied Science in Criminal Justice online
To be admitted to a YSU online undergraduate program, you must meet specific requirements. Please read the admission guidelines for the BSCS online program to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Official Transcripts (from all institutions previously attended)
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- If you are 25 or older, visit the Bachelor of Science in Applied Science – Criminal Justice page for program details.
Courses
Preview your online CS bachelor’s degree program
For the Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in Criminal Justice online, you must complete 120 credit hours. If you have credits from other institutions, certifications and/or relevant experience, you may qualify for earned credits. A YSU advisor will help you determine your total credits earned upon admission.
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*Price includes in-state tuition and fees. For students from outside Ohio, tuition and fees total $465 per credit hour.