Overview

As a graduate from the Criminal Justice program at Wichita State University, you’ll be well prepared for advanced study in criminal justice and for a wide variety of careers.

Core courses cover topics from criminal law and procedure to corrections, research methods, and policy. You’ll also take several criminal justice electives courses based on your interests and career goals.

Careers

A degree in criminal justice from Wichita State will give you an edge with a diverse range of employers, including local, state and federal law enforcement; courts and correctional agencies; juvenile justice; private security; and related fields.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminal Justice

Criminal Law

Criminal Procedure

Corrections

Law Enforcement

Courts & Judicial Systems

Research Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

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National: rolling admissions
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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wichita, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.2

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General requirements

Have a cumulative 2.25 or higher GPA on a 4.00 scale, OR
Achieve an ACT composite of 21 or higher OR a minimum combined SAT ERW+M score of 1060 (test optional for admission)

And, if applicable, achieve a 2.0 GPA on all college credit taken in high school.

Students must submit final high school transcripts.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18459 USD / year

≈ 18459 USD / year
Out-of-State

18459 USD / year

≈ 18459 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7793 USD / year

≈ 7793 USD / year

Living costs

Wichita

United States

878 - 1418 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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