Criminology Degree
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
The Criminology major is a four-year program with a focus on the factors and motivations that lead to deviance and criminality in our society. The program draws upon knowledge from multiple disciplines and with a strong Biblical foundation, students will learn to assess and analyze criminal behavior and crime scene evidence. The criminology framework for this course employs a diverse knowledge base that affect criminality including, but not limited to, sociology, psychology, biology, nutrition, literacy, and faith.
Students will be given opportunities to build professional contacts and to explore areas of interest throughout the criminology field through instructors who are former or current practitioners within the field of study. In addition to diverse field trips and other experiences, students are required to participate in an internship which collaborates with federal, state, county, and local agencies and organizations (both faith-based and secular) to provide hands-on training and experience.
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Courses
Criminology Major (B.S.) Courses
Christian Studies Core
I. Christian Studies - 24 Credits
- BIB 135X - Old Testament History 3 Credits *
- BIB 136X - New Testament History 3 Credits *
- BIB 434 - Romans 3 Credits
- BIB/THE - Bible or Theology Elective 3 Credits
- BIB/THE - Bible or Theology Elective 3 Credits
- CHM 201 - Spiritual and Leadership Development 3 Credits
or
- CHM 300 - Spiritual and Personal Formation 3 Credits
- CHM 211 - The Gospel in Human Contexts 3 Credits
or
- CHM 325 - Biblical Evangelism and Missions 3 Credits
- THE 231 - Christian Doctrine 3 Credits
General Education Core
II. General Education - 30 Credits
- COM 133 - Speech 3 Credits
- ENG 131 - English Composition 3 Credits
- ENG 132 - Writing and Literature 3 Credits
- HIS 133 - World Civilizations to 1500 3 Credits
or
- HIS 134 - World Civilizations since 1500 3 Credits
- MAT - Math Elective 3 Credits
- SCI - Lab Science Elective 4 Credits
- Social Science Electives 4-6 Credits2
- Humanities, Math, Science or Social Science Electives 5-7 Credits1,2*
III. Criminology Major - 39 Credits
- BUS 421 - Business Law 3 Credits
- CRJ 2520 - Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 Credits
- CRM 316X - Criminal Minds 3 Credits
- CRM 318X - Law & Literature 3 Credits
- CRM 322X - History of War Weapons: Knives to WMDs 3 Credits
- CSJ 342 - CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 3 Credits
- CSJ 352 - Criminology 3 Credits
- CSJ 353 - Juvenile Delinquency 3 Credits
- POL 332 - American Constitutional Law 3 Credits
- PSY 130 - General Psychology 3 Credits
- PSY 336 - Abnormal Psychology 3 Credits
Complete six credits from the following courses:
Criminal/Social Justice Internships are highly recommended. Students should consult with an advisor to establish an internship location.
- CRM - Criminology Elective 3-6 Credits
- CSJ 460 - Topics in Criminal and Social Justice 3 Credits
- CSJ 461 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship 1-3 Credits
- CSJ 462 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship II 1-3 Credits
- CSJ 463 - Criminal/Social Justice Internship III 1-3 Credits
- CSJ - Criminal/Social Justice Elective 3-6 Credits
- HIS 231 - American Civilization to 1877 3 Credits
- HIS 232 - American Civilization since 1877 3 Credits
- HPE 221 - Personal and Community Health 2 Credits
- LWE - Law Enforcement Elective 3-6 Credits
- POL 232 - Introduction to Political Science 3 Credits
- PSY 236 - Developmental Psychology 3 Credits
- PSY 330 - Counseling Psychology 3 Credits
- SOC 350 - Sociology of Deviance 3 Credits
IV. Electives - 32-43 Credits*
- 300-400 Electives 9 Credits
- Electives 23-34 Credits
Students may add a minor or double major. Click here for a list of majors and minors available in the School of Arts & Sciences.
At least 30% of this degree, or a minimum of 38 credits, must be at the upper (300-400) level.
* Some courses from the Christian Studies Core and Major Core can be used to fulfill requirements in the General Education Core. By doing that the number of electives needed would increase so that the minimum of 125 credits is reached.
Total - 125 Credits
1 Select humanities electives from COM, ENG, FAR, HIS, HUM, LAN, MUS, PHI, or PRC.
2 Select social science electives from ANT, CSJ, ECO, GEO, HIS, POL, PSY, or SOC.
Fall Semester - 15 Credits
- BIB 135X - Old Testament History 3 Credits
or
- BIB 136X - New Testament History 3 Credits
- COM 133 - Speech 3 Credits
- CRJ 2520 - Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 Credits
- ENG 131 - English Composition 3 Credits
- Elective 3 Credits
Spring Semester - 16 Credits
- BIB 135X - Old Testament History 3 Credits
or
- BIB 136X - New Testament History 3 Credits
- ENG 132 - Writing and Literature 3 Credits
- HIS 133 - World Civilizations to 1500 3 Credits
or
- HIS 134 - World Civilizations since 1500 3 Credits
- PSY 130 - General Psychology 3 Credits (fulfills Social Science elective)*
- MAT - Math Elective 3 Credits
- Elective 1 Credits
Fall Semester - 16 Credits
- SCI - Lab Science Elective 4 Credits
- THE 231 - Christian Doctrine 3 Credits
- Electives 9 Credits
Spring Semester - 15 Credits
- CHM 201 - Spiritual and Leadership Development 3 Credits
or
- CHM 300 - Spiritual and Personal Formation 3 Credits
- CHM 211 - The Gospel in Human Contexts 3 Credits
or
- CHM 325 - Biblical Evangelism and Missions 3 Credits
- CSJ 342 - CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 3 Credits
- Electives 6 credits
Departmental Acceptance
Students apply for departmental acceptance during their sophomore year spring semester or their junior year fall semester. A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA and completion of half of the service credit requirements are required for departmental admission in the Criminology major.
Fall Semester - 15 Credits
- BIB/THE - Bible or Theology Elective 3 Credits
- CRM 318X - Law & Literature 3 Credits (fulfills Humanities elective)*
- PSY 336 - Abnormal Psychology 3 Credits (fulfills Social Science elective)*
- 300-400 Elective 3 Credits
- Major Core Elective 3 Credits
Spring Semester - 15 Credits
- POL 332 - American Constitutional Law 3 Credits (fulfills Social Science elective)*
- Electives 9 Credits
- Major Core Elective 3 Credits
Fall Semester - 18 Credits
- BIB 434 - Romans 3 Credits
- BUS 421 - Business Law 3 Credits
- CSJ 352 - Criminology 3 Credits
- CSJ 353 - Juvenile Delinquency 3 Credits
- 300-400 Elective 6 Credits
Spring Semester - 15 Credits
- BIB/THE - Bible or Theology Elective 3 Credits
- CRM 322X - History of War Weapons: Knives to WMDs 3 Credits
- CRM 316X - Criminal Minds 3 Credits
- Electives 6 credits
To view these courses in our online catalog system, click here.
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Tuition
On-Campus (SAS) Tuition
On-Campus Undergraduate 2020-2021 Costs
Per Semester Yearly Tuition* $13,635 $27,270 Fees $335 $719 Meal Plan A $2,250 $4,500 Residence Hall Basic $2,350 $4,700 Total $18,590 $37,180 *Nursing students add $1,520 per semester ($760 per clinical)
Part Time (less than 12 credits per semester) $1,135 per credit Overload
(more than 18 credits per semester)$710 per credit NOTE: The FAFSA is required for all federal and state grants and federal student loans.
Other Fees Graduation Application Fee $120 Check Course Catalog for any additional fees related to your specific program.
