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BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, Texas, United States

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Offered by Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, United States, BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections is a bachelor's degree in Criminal Law & Justice programme. The programme runs for 4 years. Teaching is in en.

Also offered as: Certificate, Master's Degree, Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Criminal Law & Justice
Duration: 4 years
Language: en

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: shsu.edu ·

Program details

Overview

The criminal justice bachelor's degree is awarded as either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science and is available at Huntsville or online. The two differ in supporting coursework: the science degree adds social science hours, and the arts degree adds other requirements. Classes address criminology, criminal law and approaches to policing, balancing theory with practice. Seniors can earn credit through internships, with partners that include INTERPOL, the FBI and local police departments. Faculty research underpins the curriculum. Career paths include police work, corrections, probation, parole and legal studies. This program sits within the College of Criminal Justice and is delivered at Huntsville or online. The planned length is 4 years. Prospective students can request information, browse the course list and begin an application through the admissions team.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.
Type Test Min / Max Status Notes
Standardized Test TOEFL iBT 69.00 score Optional Applicants need one accepted English-proficiency score unless exempt or waived.
Standardized Test IELTS Academic 6.00 score Optional Applicants need one accepted English-proficiency score unless exempt or waived.
Standardized Test Duolingo English Test 100.00 score Optional Applicants need one accepted English-proficiency score unless exempt or waived.

About Sam Houston State University

“The Measure of a Life is its Service”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Rural
Founded: 1879
Students: 17,743
Programs: 230
Location: Huntsville, Texas, United States

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections award?

Sam Houston State University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Criminal Law & Justice on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

What language is BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections taught in?

The programme is taught in en.

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