Overview

The Criminal Justice major at Indiana University Indianapolis is part of the B.S.C.J. degree, which will give you an advanced understanding of the techniques used to protect citizens and the community.

You’ll take an interdisciplinary mix of courses, such as criminological theory and policies, criminal law, policing, data analysis, courts, and corrections. Plus, you’ll get research opportunities with O’Neill faculty who are examining a wide range of issues, from drug treatments to prison populations, right here in the community.

Criminal Justice majors study law enforcement, the judicial system, corrections and national security. Students will get a broad and layered understanding of the history, operations and implications of criminal justice in America. Classes cover research methods, criminological theory and policy, criminal law, courts, corrections and policing. You can also choose to study topics such as homicide, terrorism, juvenile justice and cybercrime.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Criminal Justice
Sociology
Jurisprudence
Law
Public Safety in America
Technology in Public Affairs
American History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Indianapolis, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Official Academic Records
Proof of English Proficiency
SAT and ACT Test Scores
Explanation of Time Since Last School Attended
Clarification of Present Visa Status
Copy of your Passport ID Page

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

36125 USD / year

≈ 36125 USD / year
Out-of-State

35226 USD / year

≈ 35226 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10760 USD / year

≈ 10760 USD / year

Additional Details

Full-time undergraduate (out-of-state, Indiana Partner Tuition states: $15,520.

Living costs

Indianapolis

United States

1017 - 1926 USD / month

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Credits

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Additional Details

Living costs

Indianapolis

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