Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
College/Department
College of Professional Studies
Department of Criminal Justice
Description
The Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice is designed for students pursuing careers in law enforcement, corrections, and juvenile and adult courts. The program provides instruction to students in criminal justice administration, criminal behavior, and a variety of correctional and criminal issues.
Delivery Method
Web-based
Admission Requirements
Students may be admitted to the major with a 2.25 GPA, completion of Composition 1 and Composition 2 and a minimum of 12 hours at UALR.
Graduation Requirements
This degree program requires a minimum of one hundred and twenty-four (124) hours. All course work leading to the Associate of Arts Degree in Law Enforcement may be credited toward this total.
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Contact
- Sandra Hanson | 501.683.7508 | shhanson@ualr.edu
Department of Criminal Justice Online Coordinator/Student Advisor
Accreditation
UALR is affiliated with the Electronic Campus of the Southern Regional Education Board, fully accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, and designated as “doctoral/research intensive” by the Carnegie Foundation.
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Disabilities
UALR makes every effort to meet special accommodation and access needs. For information on specific accommodations for individuals with disabilities, contact the department sponsoring the class you wish to attend, or call Extended Programs at 501.569.3003, or the Office of Disability Support Services at 501.569.3143. The Disability Support Services website, www.ualr.edu/dssdept, provides information about the accommodation process and web forms to apply for services.