Overview

Criminal Justice at University of Colorado Colorado Springs covers a broad range of topics that are essential to the field.

Key Facts

Identify and understand the social and behavioral contributors to crime and delinquency using insights from multiple disciplines and research traditions
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the institutions in the criminal justice system and how politics and policy-making affect these institutions
Utilize critical thinking and communication skills in practical contexts
Understand the ethical concerns that arise in the criminal justice field

Recognize how perceptions of the criminal justice system vary across cultures and how these differences influence policy and public opinion.

Careers

If you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice, the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program is an excellent option that provides a well-rounded education in this increasingly interdisciplinary field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Crime Theory and Causes
Violence in Society
Social Research Methods
Statistics for Criminal Justice
Corrections
Ethics in Criminal Justice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00

More details

UCCS accepts applications throughout the year through a rolling admissions process.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Colorado Springs, United States

Disciplines

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

First-Time Freshman Application
Submit Application Fee
Submit Your High School/Ged Transcripts
Submit Your Sat/Act Scores
English Proficiency

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

22968 USD / year

≈ 22968 USD / year
Out-of-State

22968 USD / year

≈ 22968 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11326 USD / year

≈ 11326 USD / year

Additional Details

Online option:

National & International - 7,174 USD per semester.
Local - 6,372 USD per semester.

Living costs

Colorado Springs

United States

950 - 1350 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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Scholarships Information

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