Overview

Seize the opportunity to explore the world of criminology and law and equip yourself with knowledge that will help you effectively serve and protect your community. The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is your first step out into the field.

Here are some of the many reasons to pick Kutztown University for the Criminal Justice major:

Benefit from affordable tuition costs
Live on the beautiful Pennsylvania campus
Opportunity to intern with an official law enforcement institution
Learn from a team of passionate professionals

Career

A bachelor’s in criminal justice from Kutztown University opens the door to many legal and investigative career opportunities.

Below are some of the career paths you can take as a criminal justice major, along with their national salaries from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2023):

Lawyer $145,760
Police Officer $74,910
Paralegal $60,970
Forensic Science Technician $64,940
Probation Officer $61,800
Fish and Game Warden $61,120
Private Detective $49,540
Correctional Officer $53,300

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Loss Prevention/Asset Protection

Criminal Justice Organization & Systems

Federal Law Enforcement

Comp Criminal Justice System

Development of Criminal Justice System

Crime Mapping/Analysis

Diversity in Criminal Justice

Substance Abuse & Crime

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-03 00:00:00 , National

More details

Those with long visa wait-times may want to apply by May 1 for Fall and by Oct. 1 for Spring.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kutztown, United States

Disciplines

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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

Submit the Kutztown Application (Recommended) or apply through the Common Application.

Pay the $35 USD Application Fee in the application portal

Submit Proof of English Proficiency.

Send an official high school transcript to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. High school transcripts must be sent directly from the high school. GED results must be sent directly from the Department of Education.

You have the option to submit SAT or ACT scores. KU is currently test-optional.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

12590 USD / year

≈ 12590 USD / year
Out-of-State

12590 USD / year

≈ 12590 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7994 USD / year

≈ 7994 USD / year

Additional Details

Reduced Rate non residents students only-$8,285

Living costs

Kutztown

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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English requirements

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Additional Details

Living costs

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