Overview

The B.Sc. in Online Criminal Justice at Southeast Missouri State University provides a rigorous academic foundation for students seeking to advance their careers in public safety and law enforcement. This innovative 90-hour programme is the first of its kind in Missouri, offering a streamlined path to graduation without compromising on educational quality. Students engage with a curriculum that integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications in the justice system.

Why Online Criminal Justice at Southeast Missouri State University?

Choosing this programme means joining a community dedicated to experiential learning and professional excellence. The faculty consists of seasoned experts with extensive backgrounds in law enforcement, corrections, and the judicial system, ensuring that the instruction is grounded in real-world experience. Students benefit from unique partnerships, such as the NFOPU Consortium, which offers tuition discounts for FOP members, and pathways for Missouri National Guard members to integrate their military service into their academic journey.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 295 per credit
National fee: USD 295 per credit
Local fee: USD 295 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to cover the essential pillars of the justice system while allowing for specialised elective choices. Modules may include:

Criminal Justice
Principles of Law Enforcement
Corrections
Criminal Law
Juvenile Justice
Planning and Research in Criminal Justice
Criminology
Convergences of Crime
Senior Seminar

Careers with Online Criminal Justice

Graduates are well-prepared for a diverse range of roles within the public and private sectors. The programme equips students with the critical thinking and leadership skills necessary for success in various agencies.

Additionally, the B.Sc. serves as a strong foundation for those intending to pursue legal studies or advanced graduate degrees in criminal justice and public administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Criminal Justice

Law Enforcement

Criminal Courts

Corrections

Criminal Law

Juvenile Justice

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Cape Girardeau, 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of Level 5 of Southeast’s IEP.

English proficiency tests

Diploma from a U.S. high school

Diploma from an international school with U.S. regional accreditation

Diploma from IB curriculum school whose sole medium of instruction is English

Diploma from a non-U.S. high school/secondary education where English language is the sole medium of instruction.

SAT test score of 450 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section.

A score of 21 or better Combined English/Writing score on the ACT Plus Writing test

Successful completion of Level 112 in the ELS Language School

Other proof of English proficiency may be considered on an individual basis.

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

23600 USD / year

≈ 23600 USD / year
Out-of-State

23600 USD / year

≈ 23600 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

23600 USD / year

≈ 23600 USD / year

Additional Details

Online Tuition: $285.29 per credit

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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