Criminology and Criminal Justice (BS)
Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Science in criminology and criminal justice prepares you to understand the impact of crime and develop practical solutions to address it. In this program, you’ll build strong research, analytical and communication skills essential for navigating today’s complex criminal justice landscape. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to work in criminal justice occupations in various sectors.
Online criminology and criminal justice classes
This online criminal justice degree emphasizes communication, behavioral science and justice studies. Alongside foundational courses on the criminal justice system, you’ll dive into topics such as policy, gender and race. You’ll also choose from a wide range of electives, from terrorism and domestic violence to police accountability, organized crime and victimization.
CRJ 100: Introduction to Criminal Justice (SOBE OR SB)
CRJ 302: Research Methods (L)
CRJ 303: Statistical Analysis (QTRS OR CS)
CRJ 309: Criminology (SOBE OR SB)
CRJ 201: Criminal Justice Crime Control Policies and Practices
CRJ 203: Courts and Sentencing
CRJ 230: Introduction to Policing
CRJ 240: Introduction to Corrections
The jobs a criminal justice degree readies you for
Earning this degree can open the door to careers in law enforcement, corrections and the legal system. You can also pursue high-impact roles in cybersecurity, forensics, intelligence analysis, investigations and related fields. Additional career paths include but aren’t limited to:
Correctional Officers and Jailers
Growth: -7.5%
Salary: $49,610
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Growth: 3.3%
Salary: $65,790
First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers
Growth: -2.7%
Salary: $63,310
Customs and Border Protection Officers
Growth: 3.3%
Salary: $65,790
Detectives and Criminal Investigators
Growth: 1.5%
Salary: $86,280
Police Identification and Records Officers
Growth: 1.5%
Salary: $86,280
Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts
Growth: 6.1%
Salary: $73,810
Intelligence Analysts
Growth: 1.5%
Salary: $86,280
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Growth: 3.1%
Salary: $96,290