Overview

Viterbo University's students in the Criminal and Community Justice program, will not only gain knowledge of the structure and function of the criminal justice system, but develop awareness of social issues, ethics, and the role of class, race, and gender in their profession.

The major focuses on the importance of communities in addressing and finding solutions for delinquent and criminal behavior.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and function of the components of the criminal and community justice system

Demonstrate an understanding of major criminological theories and an ability to apply them to practical examples

Employ scientific reasoning and critical thinking when evaluating and conducting social science research about criminal justice issues and policies

Demonstrate an understanding of the roles that class, race, and gender play in the workings of the criminal justice system

Effectively communicate their ideas orally and in writing

Demonstrate an understanding of the professional code of ethics and an ability to make decisions consistent with those standards

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Policing in the Community

Criminal Procedure and Investigation

Seminar

Perspectives in Criminology

Juvenile Justice

Criminal Law and the Courts

Working With Communities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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More details

Viterbo University practices rolling admission.

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

La Crosse, United States

Disciplines

Criminal Law Public Law Criminal Justice View 829 other Bachelors in Criminal Justice in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission based solely on GPA of 2.500 or higher on a 4.000 scale. Credential evaluation would be completed by the International Admission Office, if necessary. Required documents:

Demonstration of English proficiency (if necessary) through the submission of a valid (taken within the last two years from the start of term) TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, or DET score report.

Conditional admission may be available for those applicants that have not demonstrated English proficiency, but have submitted all other admission requirements.

Submission of all transcripts and degree certificate(s) from all high school/secondary schools attended showing all courses taken and all grades received.

A copy of the applicant’s passport biographical page. If the applicant plans to attend with a spouse or child(ren), we will need copies of their passports as well.

Additional departmental requirements as specified for programs.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

35040 USD / year

≈ 35040 USD / year
Out-of-State

35040 USD / year

≈ 35040 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

35040 USD / year

≈ 35040 USD / year

Living costs

La Crosse

United States

1130 - 1874 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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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

La Crosse

Funding

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