Overview

The Criminal Justice degree from Lewis University will expertly prepare you for leadership roles in all facets of the criminal justice and legal system, including police, probation, corrections, judge, homeland security, FBI, CIA and more.

One of the distinct features of a Lewis education is that you will also gain a deep understanding and insight into some of today's most complex issues in law enforcement – domestic violence, drug abuse, community and race relations, recidivism and terrorism.

Why choose Lewis University for your Criminal Justice degree?

Largest program among private institutions in Illinois

Dedicated faculty with real-world understanding and connections

Evolving curriculum provides you with modern day techniques and career-focused knowledge

Advanced skill training necessary to pursue careers in law enforcement and the legal system

An ethical framework to help you face the moral challenges that come from a position of responsibility and influence

An in-depth understanding of our legal system and the sociological aspects of crime

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Court Systems and Probation
Criminology
Juvenile Justice System
Law Enforcement
Domestic Violence
Professionalism and Ethics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Criminal Justice View 834 other Bachelors in Criminal Justice in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application Form
Official high school transcript or GED score, and ACT or SAT test results (first-year applicants only)

Official transcripts from all previous colleges (transfer student applicants)

Adult undergraduate

Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or GED
Be at least 21 years of age
Credits earned through Prior Learning Assessment cannot be used for satisfying the transfer credit hour requirement for admission into an accelerated degree program
Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended (2.0/4.0 GPA)
A maximum of 72 community college credit hours will be accepted

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

41900 USD / year

≈ 41900 USD / year
Out-of-State

41900 USD / year

≈ 41900 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

41900 USD / year

≈ 41900 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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

Funding

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Why choose Lewis University for your Criminal Justice degree?

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Chicago

Funding

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