Criminal Justice, BA (Bachelor’s Completion)
Study Criminal Justice at Azusa Pacific University
Gain an understanding of traditional and contemporary criminal justice theories, along with the major components of the criminal justice system (police, courts, corrections) and how they respond to crime, criminals, and victims.
Program at a Glance
Upcoming Events
Program Information
- Program Units: 51
- Total Units to Graduate: 120
- Cost per Unit:
100-200-level courses: $452
300-400-level courses: $527
Location
- Inland Empire, Online
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Demonstrate understanding of criminology theories.
- Critique how major components of the justice system respond to crime, criminals, and victims.
- Employ data and methods of social science research to respond to contemporary criminal justice systems.
- Illustrate ways in which social inequalities are linked to criminal justice systems.
- Demonstrate a Christian worldview in recognizing, understanding, and applying ethical reasoning skills.
By the Numbers
Get Started
Student Portraits: Evelyn Gonzalez ’19, Criminal Justice
Evelyn Gonzalez ’19 was inspired to make a change for future generations after learning about the school-to-prison pipeline in her introductory course to criminal justice.
Program Details
Browse the tabs below—if you have questions, visit the Student Services Center page, and we’ll make sure you get the info you need.
Admissions Requirements
The university and program admission requirements below must be met before an application is considered complete.
Please note:
International students on an F-1 or J-1 visa are not eligible to apply for this program.
Applicants must possess:
- A minimum of 15 units of transferable credit, earned with a C- grade or better from regionally accredited colleges or universities, documented on official transcripts from each institution attended, is required. It is preferable to have units from the IGETC or CSU Breadth requirements. Transcripts must be mailed for the colleges or universities directly to APU. A maximum of 70 units may be transferred from a community college.
- Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
- Academic and collegiate-level English skills. This program is not recommended for students who lack proficiency in basic academic skills, especially collegiate-level English communication skills.
Applicants must submit:
- Application for admission
- $45 nonrefundable application fee
- Official transcripts sent to APU’s Student Services Center for all college credit,
degrees, certificates, or credentials earned prior to application to APU
An official transcript is one that Azusa Pacific University receives unopened in an envelope sealed by the former institution and that bears the official seal of the college or university. A cumulative minimum 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade-point average is required for admission. - Written statement detailing your interest in the field and career goals. Essay should be one to two pages in length.
Send official transcripts to:
Office of Graduate and Professional Admissions
Azusa Pacific University
PO Box 7000
Azusa, CA 91702-7000
gpadmissions@apu.edu
What to Expect
Once admissions receives your application, application fee, and official transcripts, your paperwork will be reviewed to determine transfer credit. You will be notified of your admission status when your application and transcripts have been reviewed.
All official transcripts and additional required documents must be submitted before consideration for admission.
If you are applying for financial aid, complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the corresponding academic year. Request financial aid transcripts from those institutions attended within the current calendar year, as required by the U.S. Department of Education.
To view specific requirements and coursework information, visit the current academic
catalog:
Azusa Pacific University is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).
Career Outlook and Outcomes
Criminal Justice Major: Integrating Christian Faith into Your Studies
APU gives you a unique opportunity to integrate your faith into the criminal justice major, where you’ll explore some of society’s most pressing challenges.