Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice

Set yourself up for unlimited career paths.

A degree in Criminal Justice opens the door to a wide variety of professional opportunities, including law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice, cybercrime and more. Many jobs are in high demand and offer competitive salaries and benefits.

Through the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program at Cambridge College, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of the criminal justice system and the role of law enforcement in society. Your field placement will give you real-world experience and insight into the field, as well as potential connections for job placement.

Boston-Based Hybrid Criminal Justice Program Highlights

Examine the impact of crime on victims, offenders and the public. With our Boston-based hybrid criminal justice program, you’ll learn practical skills in the field and develop advanced communication, research and analytical skills applicable to a range of exciting careers.

The hybrid program includes a flexible combination of on-campus, online (asynchronous), and remote (Zoom) classes. On-campus and remote classes are held on nights and weekends so you can pursue your degree while working full-time. Online classes can be taken any time you wish each week.

Concentrations are available with the hybrid program. They can allow you to specialize and give you a hiring edge in your area of interest. They include juvenile justice studies, legal studies, addiction studies, network security, and more. With this program, you’ll explore various aspects of the justice system with courses such as Crime and Criminal Justice, Forensic Psychology, and Women and Crime.

Online Criminal Justice Program Highlights

Due to the dramatic change the field of criminal justice has undergone in recent years, our online criminal justice program equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to meet the exciting challenges of 21st-century policing. You'll research and discuss current controversies such as Black Lives Matter, Gun Control and Mass Incarceration.

You’ll learn the best practices of current day policing so you can effectively contribute to crime reduction while restoring public trust and safeguarding officer well-being. You'll also gain real-world experience and develop your professional network through your local field placement.

Courses are 100% online, allowing you to study anytime and anywhere. They include Crime Scene Investigation, Special Topics in Justice Issues, and Criminal Justice Capstone. Acceptance decisions are made on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Career Opportunities:

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program, you'll be well-prepared for a range of careers in law enforcement and criminal justice, including positions in local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, private security firms, and other related organizations. Some of the potential career paths you can pursue include:

Police Officer
Sheriff's Deputy
Criminal Investigator
Probation Officer
Parole Officer
Private Investigator
Security Manager
Loss Prevention Specialist

The Cambridge College Experience

Excellence in Adult Learning

As the leader in adult learning, 100% of our programs are designed for busy adults. We provide the flexibility and support working professionals need, such as night, weekend, and online classes.

Affordable Tuition

Cambridge College is an accredited non-profit college with a mission to provide academically excellent, cost-effective higher education for adult learners. It’s why we keep our tuition affordable and offer scholarships, financial aid, and discounts for military, veterans, first responders, and corporate partners.

Faculty: Experts who Care

CC faculty are accomplished practitioners with distinguished careers who bring a wealth of industry knowledge into the classroom. They genuinely care about students’ lives and outcomes. Faculty for online programs hold weekly virtual office hours and are available by phone and email, as well.

A Legacy of DEI

Since its inception over 50 years ago, the college has been committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion – in faculty, staff, leadership, and curriculum. Our students hail from 50+ countries, and we invite and appreciate their varied perspectives, experiences, ages, and cultures.

Career Advancement Outcomes

Cambridge College offers career-building workshops, job fairs, seminars, online tools, a job-matching portal, and one-on-one sessions to help students and alumni grow professionally. In fact, over 94% of alumni reported that CC prepared them for their careers.