BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE – ON CAMPUS
Prepare for Criminal Justice Careers
Join those who serve to protect the public safety of others. You will gain a unique foundation in theology, sociology and psychology as you study from a redemptive and ethical approach. Learn how to succeed in the criminal justice field by truly making a difference in the lives of the people you serve.
“CSU has changed my life, and coming here was one of the best decisions I have ever made.”
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
What Will You Learn?
In all of the programs at CSU, you’ll be interacting with small class sizes and professors who really care and desire to mentor you. You’ll not only receive quality academics to prepare you for your career, but discipleship to prepare you for life.
Lead and serve in a professional capacity
Gain real-life experience through multiple supervised apprenticeships and an immersive, hands-on internship. You will get both the academic and practical training you need to excel in your career.
Build a biblically informed, restorative view of justice
Develop ethical foundations for work in a criminal justice career. You will learn to evaluate criminal justice theory, systems and ethics from a biblical worldview.
Learn about biblical counseling and psychology
Prepare to exercise compassion for hurting people through criminal justice. You will be equipped to pursue graduate studies in focused criminal justice fields after graduation.
Each of your courses will be taught from a biblical worldview, and you’ll learn with an intimate group of peers led by professors who care about your success.
All courses are three credits unless noted. Course descriptions can be found in the catalog.
First Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
First Year Experience [CSU101] – 0 credits
Principles of Bible Study [BI100]
Bible Survey [BI111]
Academic & Researched Writing [EN121]
American History I [HI205]
Living Well [HP101] – 1 credit
Speech Communication [SP100]
Writing Across the Disciplin [EN122]
American History II [HI206]
General Psychology [PS100]
Building a Biblical Lifestyle [TH120]
Biblical Studies Elective
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Second Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Theological Foundations of Justice and  Restoration [CJ211]
Introduction to Sociology [SO301]
Biblical Studies Elective
Free Elective
Free Elective
Law Enforcement Apprenticeship [CJ206] – 1 credit
Introduction to Criminal Justice [CJ214]
World Religions [EV220]
Worldviews: Humanities and Science [PH206]
Theology Survey [TH211]
Arts & Sciences Elective
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Third Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Criminology [CJ305]
Law Enforcement Apprenticeship [CJ307] – 1 credit
Substance Addications [PS227]
Abnormal Psychology [PS303]
Biblical Studies Elective
Free Elective
Law Enforcement Apprenticeship [CJ308] – 1 credit
Juvenile Justice [CJ310]
Systems of Correction [CJ312]
Physiological Psychology [SC231] – 4 credits
Theological Distinctives [TH308]
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Fourth Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Criminal Law [CJ403]
Ethics in Criminal Justice [CJ405]
Law Enforcement Apprenticeship [CJ409] – 1 credit
Biblical Studies Elective
Counseling Elective
Free Elective
Criminal Justice Management [CJ414]
Criminal Procedures [CJ416]
Criminal Justice Internship [CJ480]
Senior Seminar [TH480]
Biblical Studies Elective
This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.
Program Highlights
Work with the campus security team in four hands-on law enforcement apprenticeships.
Practice what you learn through an internship tailored to your criminal justice career goals and interests.
Change lives as you serve!
You will be prepared to serve in the criminal justice field with a uniquely biblical perspective. Get the tools you need to pursue a career that goes beyond simply enforcing rules to helping the hearts of hurting people.
Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice | Department Chair, Criminal Justice
A SOLID FOUNDATION FOR LIFE
Your Priority: God's Word
While you prepare for your career you’ll also earn a double major in Biblical Studies. At CSU, you’ll experience personal mentorship with someone who cares deeply about you and your relationship with your Creator. You’ll be challenged to think through topics and questions through a biblical worldview. Your Bible courses will lay a foundation for whatever path God has for your life.
When you attend this Bible college, you’re getting more than just a degree—you’re getting the tools, support system and encouragement to follow Christ with your whole heart—long after graduation.
WHY CSU?
You want to choose a college:
 Where you can get prepared for your future.  Where you will grow in your relationship with Christ.  Where you truly find your fit.
Students constantly say the top reason they love CSU so much is: Community. When you’re part of the CSU community, you attend class with professors who are mentors; you do life right alongside others who want to serve their Savior, and you are welcomed into lifelong friendships that last well beyond graduation.
(Hint—it's way less than "sticker" price! Plus, our costs continually fall below our in-state, private school competitors' actual costs.)
A Christ-centered education is a wise investment. That's why we make biblical education as affordable as possible for students like you.
Scholarships are for Christian character, work ethic and academics. 99% of full-time, on-campus students get free financial aid. (Based on incoming class of Fall 2021)
For more than 90 years, CSU has prepared Christ-centered, career-ready graduates to serve around the globe in a variety of ministries and careers. You'll learn from trusted professors who have a heart for Christ and desire for discipleship. You'll join a community of CSU students who are passionate about using their talents to serve Christ.
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