Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

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What You’ll Learn

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program at South College is designed for students who wish to expand their knowledge and skills in the criminal justice field, including private security, private investigations, parole and probation enforcement, corrections, and crime analysis. Students completing this program may also have the goal to apply for admission into professional criminal justice training programs such as federal, state, and local law enforcement academies.

Thanks to South College’s small class sizes, faculty members are able to give students more attention and integrate techniques for students of varying learning style. Instructors focus on real-world applications of concepts covered in the classroom. During their criminal justice internships, students have the chance to practice these skills under the supervision of experienced professionals.

What can I do with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice?

Law Enforcement Officer Parole or Probation Officer Private Investigator Correctional Officer Bailiff Deputy Sheriff Civil Process Server Crime Analyst Victim Advocate Drug and Alcohol Counselor Detective Emergency Management Officer Homeland Security Agent Crime Scene Technician Forensic Technician

Keys to Success

To be successful in the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program, students should have a strong ethical sensibility, an interest in promoting justice, strong leadership and interpersonal skills, and the ability to think on their feet.

Through criminal justice internships, students have the opportunity to apply skills and techniques learned in the classroom in the real world.

Both the institution and the faculty are deeply committed to our students through every step of their academic journeys. During their time at South College, students have frequent access to experienced faculty members, course tutors for in-person and online tutoring, and the Writing Lab and Math Lab for help developing core skills.

Continuing Education

Additional Program Requirements

Learning Outcomes

Accreditation or Approval

South College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award degrees at the doctorate, educational specialist, master’s, baccalaureate, and associate levels, as well as certificates. Questions about the accreditation of South College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Admissions Requirements

Consumer Information

Amounts for tuition, fees, books, and supplies are subject to change. South College follows the required methodology provided by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for the reporting of employment information for graduates. This information is compiled on an annual basis and submitted to the Commission by October 15 each year for graduates during the most recently completed reporting year (July 1-June 30). For more detailed information related to the calculation of graduate employment rates, please click here.

*The career options listed above are a small sample of potential job titles, and are not meant to be comprehensive. Students may or may not find employment in these positions. Job growth statistics are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2014–2024 projections. Note that the Bureau does not publish estimates for all job titles, so in some cases these numbers are an approximation based on similar job titles.

Success at South College

The thing we like most about attending South College is the amazing instructors we have had who encourage us in school, help whenever needed, and always go the extra mile for their students. If we decide to further our degree we are going to come back to South College.

- Amanda and Breanna Brown, Associate of Science in Criminal Justice

Being able to study at home or on the go was very important to me, and South College provided all the resources I needed to study anywhere.

- Asucena Delapaz-Ruiz, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

I chose South College for the online programs, the mission statement, and the sense of community. South College has allowed me to strengthen my communication skills, learn more about my desired career field, and has even help assist me in obtaining a new job. Had it not been for my required internship, I would have never started working in a career that I absolutely love and excel in!

- Iona Cunningham, BS Criminal Justice

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