The University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s online criminal justice programs has been ranked one of the best in the state.

The education resource website, Criminal Justice Degree Hub, ranked UA Little Rock second in its list of the 10 Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Arkansas.

“This recognition is really exciting for our faculty, staff, and students,” said Dr. Tusty ten Bensel, director of the School of Criminal Justice and Criminology. “As a school, we strive to provide the best possible education for our undergraduate and graduate students through our online and face-to-face campus programs. ”

UA Little Rock’s School of Criminal Justice and Criminology offers a Bachelor of Arts degree and Master of Science degree in criminal justice through completely online programs. U.S. News and World Report also ranked UA Little Rock 36th in the 2022 Best Criminology Schools in U.S. News’ 2022 Best Graduate School Ranking.

The Bachelor of Arts in criminal justice online degree program is designed for students pursuing careers in law enforcement, corrections, and juvenile and adult courts. This 120-hour degree program approaches the study of crime and justice with a unique blend of research and practice. The criminal justice major will explore topics in administration, criminal behavior, and a variety of correctional and criminal issues. The courses are taught by outstanding scholars who make major contributions in the community and in their discipline.

The Master of Science in criminal justice is designed to help professionals who are already working in the field develop the essential knowledge and skills needed to become an effective practitioner or supervisor in the criminal justice system. It provides students with advanced academic training, special expertise in advanced issues within the criminal justice system, supervisory and administrative proficiency, and the methodological and statistical skills necessary to understand research and new developments in criminal justice. Graduates of this program will gain applied knowledge enabling them to rise toward the highest levels in criminal justice organizations.

Criminal Justice Degree Hub ranked accredited schools based on tuition rate, student satisfaction, and graduate salary.