With a Criminal Justice degree from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, you will be prepared for challenging and rewarding 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.
At UNK, you'll have access to personal instruction from faculty with real-life experience and research expertise. Students have the opportunity to get the most out of each course through applied-learning experiences, including a required internship, ensuring that graduates leave the program with practical experience.
A Criminal Justice degree can also be used as a stepping stone for further study, including law school. This program option leaves room to explore an unrelated minor or second major, allowing students to further expand their credentials.
As an online Criminal Justice student at UNK, you'll receive a quality and affordable education as well as the same degree as our on-campus students. Request Info Learn More Online Curriculum
Credit Hours
View course options and a sample four-year class schedule on the undergraduate catalog
Degree Received
Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Science
Minor Offered
Criminal Justice minor available online and on-campus
Great Value
UNK is the most affordable Nebraska university and most students receive significant financial aid
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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 Degree Program
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