Overview

Criminology and Criminal Justice from National Louis University combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students for various careers within and related to the criminal justice field with an emphasis on ethical decision-making and social justice. .

Diverse Curriculum

The program offers a diverse curriculum that addresses key areas pertaining to the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, courts, probation, corrections, youth and delinquency, and the law, along with focused topics such as the influence of media, criminal behavior and the impact on victims

Flexible Class Options

Choose between fully online or on-campus course formats and fit your degree around your busy schedule.

Advanced Degree Options

Students will gain knowledge to pursue further education in graduate programs related to criminal justice, law, or criminology.

Accreditation

National Louis University (NLU) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), one of six accreditors recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Law Enforcement

Criminal Justice System

Criminology

Criminal Law and Procedure

Punishment Prisons and Corrections

Courts and Criminal Justice

Constitutional Law and Criminal Justice

Juvenile Justice Systems

Research Methods in Criminal Justice

Criminal Investigations

Sociology of Deviant Behavior for Criminal Justice Professionals

Ethics, Diversity, and Professionalism in Criminal Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-04-13 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

quarter credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Fully structured
Only feedback on assignments and exams, Continuous support with feedback on request, Proactive tutoring and support
Individual work/assignments (with online group discussions), Online group works/assignments

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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

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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

Complete application
Proof of English scores or waiver
Official transcripts or NACES evaluation for credits earned outside of the USA

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12195 USD / year

≈ 12195 USD / year
Out-of-State

12195 USD / year

≈ 12195 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12195 USD / year

≈ 12195 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

Automatic scholarships are available to all international students ranging from 36% off tuition to 10% off tuition.

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Overview

Diverse Curriculum

Flexible Class Options

Advanced Degree Options

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Chicago

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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