Overview

What you'll learn

Students in the Criminal Justice program of Valdosta State University have the opportunity to explore all areas of the criminal justice system through an interesting array of courses such as cybercrime, forensic criminology, comparative justice systems, sex crimes, terrorism, white collar crime and organized crime.

In addition to the courses that are offered on campus, students can complete the Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice online. Students who graduate from Valdosta State with a degree in criminal justice are prepared for entry-level positions at all levels of the criminal justice system and in the private sector.

Careers

Arson Investigator

ATF Special Agent

Border Patrol Agent

Caseworker

CIA Agent

Constable

Coroner

Corporate Security Specialist

Correctional Officer

Court Administrator

Detective

Detention Officer

Diplomatic Security Service Special Agent

Domestic Violence Counselor

FBI Agent

Juvenile Detention Officer

Loss Prevention Specialist

Narcotics Agent

Police Inspector

Police Officer

Postal Inspector

Prison Guard

Private Investigator

U.S. Customs Agent

U.S. Marshal

Warden

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Written Communications in Criminal Justice

Criminal Law

Criminal Procedure

Criminal Justice Data Analysis

Criminology

Ethics in Criminal Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-02 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-11 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Valdosta, United States

Disciplines

Criminal Justice View 800 other Bachelors in Criminal Justice in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application

English Proficiency

Submit official transcripts from high school and/or all college(s) attended; only sealed, official academic records will be accepted

A completed Certificate of Finances statement guaranteeing that the student will have a minimum of $36,124.00 (for nine months) available for personal and educational expenses

Completed medical form. VSU requires that prior to registration all students present proof of two vaccines for measles and on for mumps and rubella; a tetanus booster within the last ten years; proof of disease or immunization for varicella (chicken pox); and, if under the age of 19 at time of enrollment, proof of hepatitis B series immunization

All international students must purchase the VSU medical insurance plan for students to cover the cost of medical treatment while in the United States

A copy of the student's passport/visa must be emailed to the Office of Admissions

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

15424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7712 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

15424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7712 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

4370 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2185 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Valdosta

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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