Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice

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BA in Criminal Justice

The major in criminal justice at Neumann University is grounded in Franciscan values that reflect the innate goodness of humanity and the possibilities for redemption and rehabilitation for the betterment of the total community.

Along with Neumann’s strong principles, you will benefit from our faculty members’ real-world experience. As a criminal justice major, you’ll learn from active-duty police officers, attorneys and other professionals who will teach you how the criminal justice system really works — and may also one day be your colleagues and employers.

Led by a former FBI agent, Neumann’s BA in criminal justice program gives students the preparation they need to be competitive in today’s job market. In addition to the theory of criminal studies, you’ll learn the tools of the trade with programs like Analyst Notebook, which is the same software used by all 50 state police forces and Scotland Yard to catch criminals.

A required internship will also provide the real-life training you need to be successful in your career. Criminal justice majors have completed internships with multiple police forces, the district attorney’s office and various attorneys’ offices, gaining invaluable experience for future careers. 

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The Criminal Justice program has helped to prepare me to become a State Trooper.


— THOMAS MADDAMS
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What are the careers for criminal justice majors?

A major in criminal justice prepares you to work in a wide range of areas, including:

  • Law enforcement (local, state or federal) 
  • Corrections or...

What are the careers for criminal justice majors?

A major in criminal justice prepares you to work in a wide range of areas, including:

  • Law enforcement (local, state or federal) 
  • Corrections or probation
  • Forensics
  • Private security
  • Private investigation
  • Military
  • Social services
  • Juvenile justice
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What are the salaries for graduates with a BA in criminal justice?

Careers for criminal justice majors are expected to grow, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and these rewarding...

What are the salaries for graduates with a BA in criminal justice?

Careers for criminal justice majors are expected to grow, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and these rewarding careers pay competitive salaries. Median salaries range from $42,820 for correctional officers to $61,600 for federal officers and agents.

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Who are the employers for criminal justice majors?

Graduates of Neumann’s Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program have gone on to work for the Philadelphia Police Department and many other...

Who are the employers for criminal justice majors?

Graduates of Neumann’s Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice program have gone on to work for the Philadelphia Police Department and many other police departments in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Many are also employed by Chester County Youth Center, Family Empowerment Services and the U.S. District Court in the District of Delaware. Other graduates work as security guards, dispatchers, private investigators, detectives and case workers.

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What is the coursework like in the criminal justice BA program?

When you major in criminal justice at Neumann, you take courses with award-winning faculty, most of whom have experience working in the...

What is the coursework like in the criminal justice BA program?

When you major in criminal justice at Neumann, you take courses with award-winning faculty, most of whom have experience working in the criminal justice field. You will take 60 credits of core courses and 21 credits of electives that allow you to pursue a minor in programs including psychology, intelligence studies, Spanish, accounting and more. You will work with an advisor to determine the best course of study for your career goals. You will also complete an internship experience as a criminal justice major, which may lead to your first job — as it has for many graduates.

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What criminal justice specializations does Neumann offer?

Majors in criminal justice can choose from the following specializations. Your advisor will help you create the program of study that best...

What criminal justice specializations does Neumann offer?

Majors in criminal justice can choose from the following specializations. Your advisor will help you create the program of study that best helps you reach your goals:

  • BA in Criminal Justice Police Academy Option
  • BA in Criminal Justice / Accounting Forensics and Fraud Detection 4+1 Program
  • BA in Criminal Justice/ Forensic Psychology 4+1 Program
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Neumann University Criminal Justice graduates have obtained jobs with the following employers:

  • The Glen Mills Schools
  • Department of Homeland Security
  • Philadelphia Mental Health Center
  • George W. Hill Correctional Facility
  • Hillsborough County (Florida) Probation Office

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