Overview

This means that now, more than ever, society needs professional, ethical criminal justice practitioners who can assume leadership roles and are committed to helping others.

With a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration administration from Alvernia University, you’ll be prepared for a leadership position in law enforcement, corrections, probation and parole, private security, social services, courts or another helping profession. You’ll have the knowledge, training and hands-on experience necessary for success in this challenging, but vital field.

Learning outcomes

Started in 1974, Alvernia’s well-established criminal justice program is highly regarded. Faculty members have served as an FBI agent, chief of police, Pennsylvania state trooper, probation and parole officer and assistant district attorney.

Students have opportunities for extensive field experience, and students working toward careers in law enforcement have the option of attending the Reading Police Academy to obtain Municipal Police Officer Certification as part of their four-year degree. All criminal justice majors participate in a capstone project known as the Grand Final Scenario, during which students must resolve various staged emergency situations.

Our program attracts students from up and down the East Coast, as well as other parts of the country. If you are committed to service and making society a safer and better place, Alvernia University’s criminal justice program may be just what you’re looking for.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Criminal Justice

Criminology
Criminal Law
Gender and the Criminal Justice System
Multicultural Issues in Criminal Justice
Writing for the Criminal Justice Professional
Research Methods I for Criminal Justice
Probation and Parole
Corrections and Rehabilitation
Judicial Process and Procedures
Professional Seminar/Criminal Justice
Juvenile Justice System
Ethics in Criminal Justice
Senior Seminar
Agency Practicum
Crisis Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

123 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Criminology View 369 other Bachelors in Criminology in United States

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

Official copies of all education credentials, such as high school transcripts or equivalent high school completion certificate.
Foreign Credential Equivalency Report(s) of all documents must be submitted, with a copy of the original documents. Suggested agencies include World Education Services (WES), Joseph Silny & Associates, Inc. International Education Consultants (JS&A), and Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
Financial Statement
Two letters of recommendation are required, only if applying to the Nursing program. The letter writer must submit them to the Admissions Office on behalf of the student. The student cannot send their own copies of letters of recommendation.

Tuition Fee

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International

43000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43000 USD per year during 48 months.
National

43000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43000 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

43000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 43000 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Reading

1015 - 1675 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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