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Are you a licensed registered nurse, or a recent graduate of an ADN program intending to sit for the NCLEX in the next three months?
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Navigating today’s complex criminal justice system takes a great communicator with real–world perspective. The goal of SNHU's Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is to get you there. You'll learn from professionals across all disciplines who bring their experience to the classroom.

Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree Benefits:

  • Median annual salary of $69,160 for police and detectives1
  • 3% projected job growth for police and detectives through 20321
  • Flexible term starts - six 8-week terms per year
  • One of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation
  • 24/7 online accessibility - attend class when and where it's convenient
  • Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree

Courses May Include:
Cultural Awareness in Criminal Justice, Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice and Technology in Criminal Justice. Request degree information now.

Understanding the Numbers
When reviewing job growth and salary information, it’s important to remember that actual numbers can vary due to many different factors — like years of experience in the role, industry of employment, geographic location, worker skill and economic conditions. Cited projections do not guarantee actual salary or job growth.

1Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the internet, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/protective-service/police-and-detectives.htm (viewed Nov. 7, 2023). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.

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Our students enjoy one of the lowest online tuition rates in the nation, so you can achieve your dreams at a price you can afford. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.