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Total Credit Hours
120
Cost Per Credit Hour
$291
Total Credit Hours
120
Cost Per Credit Hour
$291
LSU Alexandria
Now’s the time to jumpstart your criminal justice career with LSU Alexandria’s online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Criminal Psychology. Delivered completely online, this program provides students the unique opportunity to learn the fundamentals of the criminal justice system and the benefits of applying psychological insight to the field. Through comprehensive coursework and hands-on learning, students will strengthen their cognitive skills and investigative abilities. Additionally, LSUA's online programs provide you the opportunity to synchronously interact with instructors (in real-time) via video conferencing and other technologies in a flexible format that fits your busy schedule. These sessions also allow engagement with course content and build a community among our online students. Start earning a flexible degree that allows you to continue dedicating time to your family and community while preparing for a career in fields such as law enforcement, courts, and corrections at the local, state, and federal levels. The program can be completed in four years as a full-time student.
Save Time and Money - Apply your past military and law enforcement training to earn credits towards an Online BS in Criminal Justice through Prior Learning Assessment (PLA).
This program prepares professionals for roles as a crime scene investigator, police officer, security analyst, criminal psychologist, and more.
LSU’s online BS in Criminal Justice nationally ranks #21 in the 2020 Most Affordable Online Programs according to OnlineU.org.
Receive world-class customer service through a personal coach from application to graduation.
Complete the degree 100% online and on your time while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.
The final cost of this program is determined after all transfer credits are evaluated. For the Online Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Criminal Psychology program, you are able to transfer 75% of previous credits. LSU Online offers financial aid to those who qualify. Learn more.
Total credit hours: 120 credit hours
Cost per credit hour (with fees): $291
Total cost with fees and maximum amount of credits allowed to transfer into the program: $8,730
Total cost with fees, no transfer credits, and no financial aid: $34,920
Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Exact fees may vary by program. Please consult an Enrollment Coach for the final program cost.
Students who intend to pursue Graduate School should take the following courses in the order listed: PSYC 2525, PSCY 3017, PSYC 4017.
For university acceptance, first-time freshmen must meet the following criteria:
Transfer students to LSUA must meet one of the following sets of criteria:
Students who graduate with an online criminal justice - criminal psychology bachelor’s degree will be prepared for entry-level positions in the criminal justice field.
Topics covered in the program include:
The online BS in Criminal Justice - Criminal Psychology program from LSUA is designed to help students begin their careers in the justice system. Graduates will be prepared for entry-level careers in law enforcement, courts, and more. The 100% online format is flexible and convenient - perfect for working professionals or other nontraditional students. Additionally, the Prior Learning Assessment program can help students save time and money by allowing them to use their past training to earn credits toward their degree.
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