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LP – B.A. Criminology

B.A. Criminology

Empower communities by addressing core public policy challenges with our online B.A. Criminology program.

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Project

Applied research capstone project

Time to completion:

4 years full time

Available

Offered fully online

Program Description

Tackle pressing public policy issues like crime reduction and behavioral health with our B.A. Criminology program.

Why Choose Our B.A. Criminology Program?
– Career Versatility: Dive into diverse roles in criminal justice across the private sector and government agencies.
– In-Depth Understanding: Benefit from a psychology-based, multidisciplinary approach to comprehend crime and predict, prevent victimization.
– Tailored Focus: Opt for one of the specialized academic tracks:
– Criminology Generalist Track
– Forensic Psychology Track

Progress Seamlessly to Master’s Should you wish to advance, coursework from the B.A. Criminology can count towards our M.A. Forensic Psychology program, saving both time and money.

Join Us to champion public safety, addressing the root causes of crime, and crafting a brighter future.

Career Pathways

The criminology degree program will help you develop the skills and knowledge needed for the following jobs:

  • Police or sheriff’s officer
  • Detective
  • Probation or parole officer
  • Corporate security specialist
  • Corrections officer
  • Victim advocate
  • Crime scene investigator (CSI)
  • Crime analyst
  • Federal law enforcement officer (i.e., DEA, FBI, ATF, DHS)
  • CIA agent
  • Reentry case manager
  • Pretrial or diversion case manager
  • Legal administrative specialist
  • Substance abuse counselor
  • Community corrections case manager

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Christopher Zaleski, J.D.

Chair, Department of Criminology
The Criminology program was designed for those passionate about true crime and helping others. You’ll learn about criminal motivations and victimization from instructors with real-world experience working in criminal justice and behavioral health, at such jobs as federal criminal investigators and profilers, police officers, probation and parole officers, victim advocates, and behavioral health clinicians.”
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Our Approach

The Chicago School Approach is an immersive, applied learning model focused on developing professionals who can address present challenges and anticipate future needs. It combines four core elements of The Chicago School experience—Education, Innovation, Community, and Impact—to give students a practical and solutions-oriented education.

Education

Preparing tomorrow’s integrated health professionals.

Highly regarded by academic leaders, 14 programs at The Chicago School have earned programmatic accreditation.

Innovation

Embracing next-gen learning and practice.

Several programs offer Immersive Residencies, for skill-building and professional guidance.

Community

Creating connection, inclusion, and belonging.

52% of students identify as first-gen, prompting us to build the First Generation Student Success Program.

Impact

Supporting individuals, organizations, and communities.

500+ community partners offer internships, practicums and community service opportunities.

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