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As a Criminal Justice major at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, you will be prepared for challenging and exciting careers within federal, state, county, and municipal justice systems. The curriculum includes specialized courses reflecting current trends in justice in the United States and world-wide.
In classes with low student-to-faculty ratios, you will have access to faculty with both real-life and research experience and have the opportunity to get the most out of each course from exciting applied-learning experiences. Because of this broader comprehensive study in criminal justice, an additional minor is not required to graduate.
Credit Hours
General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.
Degree Received
Criminal Justice Comprehensive, Bachelor of Science
Great Value
UNK is the most affordable Nebraska university and most students receive significant financial aid
The 4-year class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward a Criminal Justice Comprehensive degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. For more information about requirements and course options, consult with your academic advisor.
Grant Buschkoetter, a 2020 criminal justice graduate, began his professional career as a community service officer at Kearney Police Department in 2021. In 2023, the Kearney native transitioned to become a police officer in his hometown department. Buschkoetter shares how his education at UNK prepared him for this role.
UNK is proud to partner with the state of Nebraska in supporting law enforcement officers who are completing their bachelor's degree. Under the Nebraska Law Enforcement Education Act, sworn officers may be eligible for a 100% tuition waiver. This waiver is available to officers for up to five years.
Learn more about the types of jobs and common employers that Criminal Justice Comprehensive graduates work for.
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Criminal Justice Comprehensive Degree Program
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
