About the BA in Criminal Justice Degree
Why Study Criminal Justice at Cedarville?
Are you looking to study criminal justice from a distinctly Christian worldview? With Scripture integrated throughout Cedarville's criminal justice program, you will learn that crime and civil disputes are a result of man’s sinful nature, and that his greatest need is for salvation through Jesus Christ. You'll be equipped to serve as a criminal justice professional who administers justice with righteousness in a way that glorifies Christ. When you graduate, you will be fully prepared for graduate school or career positions in a wide range of criminal justice fields.
If you're looking to study criminal justice but don't want it to be your central focus, then Cedarville's criminal justice minor is for you! Courses like Introduction to Criminal Justice and Criminal Investigation will introduce and prepare you for work in criminal justice.
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Biblical Worldview
The Bible is the authority for research and study in every class you'll take. -
Mentoring Christian Faculty
You'll be taught by highly-credentialed professors who want you to succeed. -
Top Placement Rates
Our graduates achieve top career and grad school placement rates — 10% above the national average.
Program Overview
Program Format and Related Programs
Cedarville offers both graduate and undergraduate programs, with flexible completion options. You may also want to consider these related programs as you consider the degree or program that is a best fit for you.
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Program Level and Format
- Undergraduate
- Residential
- 4-Year
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Program News
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Former Supreme Court Clerk addresses Criminal Justice Reform
In a remarkable journey from accounting to advocacy, Matt Martens has defied the traditional narrative. Initially anticipating a career in law, Martens never envisioned becoming an author, let alone one recognized with awards. -
Beyond Textbooks: Students Analyze Real Cold Case
Textbooks and faculty lectures are common in higher education. But what about cold cases? In Steve Meacham’s criminal investigation class at Cedarville University, the former New York State Police senior investigator introduced a cold case for his students to study and learn the principles of criminal investigations.