lawyer

Portland State University is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).

Portland State University's Division of Criminology & Criminal Justice provides an online bachelor's degree completion program for those seeking to pursue a criminology & criminal justice degree. In addition, four certificate programs are available to those seeking to specialize in key criminal justice areas. There are a variety of career paths for those who receive a high-quality criminal justice education. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts double-digit growth in the criminal justice field through the end of the decade. Amazingly diverse opportunities exist for dedicated and educated individuals who are interested in a future in these career areas:

• Law Enforcement – Police Officer, Detective, Special Investigator, State Trooper, Community Relations Officer, Crime Analyst
• Corrections – Corrections Officer, Correctional Counselor, Parole Officer, Probation Officer
• Federal Agencies – Border Patrol Agent, Game Enforcement Agent, U.S. Marshal, FBI Agent, CIA Agent, Secret Service Agent, ICE Agent
• Social Services – Behavioral Disorder Counselor, Treatment Specialist, Victim Advocate, Policy Analyst, Youth Counselor, Crime Prevention Coordinator, and more

Portland State University recognizes the need for skilled men and women within the criminal justice field. We are proud to offer this online degree program to individuals who are committed to effecting positive change in our society through a career dedicated to public service. Features of this high-quality educational experience include:

• Intensive coursework on criminal behavior, crime analysis, crime prevention, leadership in criminal justice, and more.
• Fully online curriculum that awards students the same degree as those on campus and gives students the freedom and flexibility to study anywhere, at any time.
• Accomplished faculty who are engaged in research, have strong educational credentials, and real-world criminal justice experience.
• Interactive sessions with fellow students who share similar career goals in the field of criminology and criminal justice.
• Preparation for future pursuit of an advanced degree and/or leadership position within the profession.

Portland State University’s Online Criminology & Criminal Justice Bachelor’s Degree program is ideal for professionals who are already working in the field, as well as for individuals interested in pursuing a career in this area. In addition to the degree program curriculum, PSU also offers several certificate programs that can build knowledge in special areas of interest:

• Advanced Crime Analysis Certificate - Conduct a detailed study of crime mapping and develop the analysis skills needed to research crime patterns, improve investigational operations, and help prevent crime.
• Criminal Behavior Certificate - Examine research data around different types of criminals, the theories behind criminal behavior, and effective techniques in rehabilitation.
• Leadership in Criminal Justice Certificate - Learn about the interactions of criminal justice agencies, the role of public and political influence, and how these factors relate to an effective leadership career.
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Criminology & Criminal Justice - For those who already have a bachelor’s degree, this certificate helps students gain a greater understanding of the diverse disciplines that create the criminal justice profession including government, law enforcement, corrections, healthcare, psychology, sociology, statistics, and more.

The PSU bachelor's degree requires a minimum of 180 credits. Of those, 72 must be upper-division. Almost all universities have general education requirements. Please contact an Enrollment Advisor for more information.

In addition, all students must complete a 12-credit Upper Division Cluster and a Senior Capstone. Students will need to complete 24 credits of CCJ elective coursework. Based on the number of transfer credits, additional courses may be required. See CCJ Core Coursework below.

CCJ Core Coursework

Students take all courses from the list below: