Overview

This Forensic Criminal Investigation course from Lewis University allows qualified undergraduates to complete the graduate MSCSJ (Master of Science in Criminal Justice) in less time than would be possible if the two programs would be taken separately. Nine graduate hours may be used to complete the Bachelor's degree (128 hours) and to satisfy specific course requirements for the Master's program. The total number of required graduate credits (36) will remain the same.

Students have the opportunity to participate in a short term travel program which goes to the renowned University of Tennessee Forensic Anthropology Center (aka "The Body Farm"). This gives students the chance to experience field work related to investigating skeletal remains and decomposition, resulting in a certificate from UT.

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Experienced faculty with real-world understanding and connections

Evolving curriculum provides you with ultra-practical and career-focused knowledge

Small class sizes facilitate group interaction and a dynamic learning environment

Faculty and staff relationships with local, state and federal agencies help find productive and interesting internship positions

Interdisciplinary approach combines courses from both Criminal Justice and the natural sciences

Broad and comprehensive training in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Computer Software, Anatomy, Physiology, Criminology and crime-solving

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anatomy and Physiology
Court Systems and Probation
Criminology
Criminal Investigation
Professionalism and Ethics
Elements of Criminal Law

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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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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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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

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Out-of-State

41900 USD / year

≈ 41900 USD / year
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In-State

41900 USD / year

≈ 41900 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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