Overview

With an emphasis on historical and contemporary racial inequities, students of the Criminal Justice - Racial and Social Justice course from Bridgewater State University will examine how various forms of structural inequality and social conflicts have consistently intersected with the criminal legal system, shaping institutional processes, case outcomes, and effects on communities and society. The concentration introduces a variety of theoretical perspectives and practical skills that will equip students with the analytical and research tools necessary for understanding and exploring a range of issues related to inequality, power, law, crime, justice and social change. The concentration will prepare students for further study in graduate or law schools, for careers in criminal justice, social services, non-profits, or policy advocacy, and for meaningful engagement with the world as critically informed citizens.

Careers in Criminal Justice

Whether you’re interested in pursuing a career at the local, state or federal level, you’ll find that a minor or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from BSU will set you up for professional success. You could pursue an advanced degree or additional job training. Our Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree graduates are working as:

Correctional, parole or probation officers

Crime analysts

Police officers

Private detective or investigator

Probation officers

Security managers

Programme Structure

Courses include

Criminal Justice

Orientation to the Criminal Justice Major

Crime

Restorative and Transformative Justice

Research Methods in Criminal Justice

Analyzing Criminal Justice Data

Race, Class, Crime and Justice

Race and the Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

More details

BSU recommends that international students begin the application process at least eight months prior to the semester for which they are applying.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgewater, United States

Disciplines

Social Policy View 133 other Bachelors in Social Policy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Test Scores

Personal Essay
Evaluative Interview
Recommendation Letters
Documentation of Learning Disabilities

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

18334 USD / year

≈ 18334 USD / year
Out-of-State

18334 USD / year

≈ 18334 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12194 USD / year

≈ 12194 USD / year

Living costs

Bridgewater

United States

1289 - 2669 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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Criminal Justice - Racial and Social Justice.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Careers in Criminal Justice

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Bridgewater

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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