Bachelors of Arts in Criminal Justice
Overview
Tuition and Fees:
$350
per credit hour
Flexible Start Dates:
Every 8 weeks
Efficient Completion:
1-4 years*
*depending on transfer credits
and your course load
Financial Aid
Kentucky State University's Office of Financial Aid coordinates federal, state, institutional, and external financial aid programs to ensure equitable and efficient use of available funding.
Our mission is to support and advocate for students, providing guidance on financial assistance to enhance their success in higher education.
Our vision is to remove financial barriers by offering resources with a focus on CARE, DIVERSITY, GUIDANCE, ACCESS, and EFFICIENCY. While financial aid helps cover educational costs, it typically does not fully fund tuition.
Financial Aid Services
FAFSA Help
Reviewing Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and resolving any database matches or other criteria for participating in the student aid programs
Eligibility
Assessing eligibility for federal, state, institutional, and other aid awards
Awards Management
Send award notifications and make awards adjustments based on additional resources
or due to enrollment status changes.
Advising
Advising on next step actions for application process, disbursement of aid, and other special circumstances via in-person, telephone, and email contacts.
Outreach
Participation in outreach activities: orientation, financial aid workshops, etc.
Financial Aid is available
We're here to help you through the process! Contact the Financial Aid office for more
information.
Contact KSU Financial Aid
Career Outlook
Preparation for Success with a Degree in Criminal Justice
A degree in Criminal Justice serves as a robust platform for students aiming to delve into various specialized fields within the criminal justice system. This educational path not only prepares graduates for immediate employment but also lays the groundwork for advanced studies, leading to a multitude of career opportunities and professional growth.
Unlocking Opportunities
Upon completing a Criminal Justice degree, graduates are well-equipped to pursue a range of job roles across different sectors. These include:
Furthermore, earning a degree in criminal justice provides an excellent foundation for furthering your education in Forensic Science or pursuing a career in law.
Admissions
Already have college credits?
Transfer students who have earned 24 or more college-level transferable credit hours must:
- Have a minimum cumulative college level GPA of 2.0 from a regionally accredited institution.
- Submit official transcript(s) from each college or university that have been attended.
Transfer students who have earned less than 24 college-level transferable credit hours must:
- Meet the same requirements as the first-time freshman and have a cumulative 2.0 GPA on college level transferable coursework completed from a regionally accredited institution
Kentucky State University’s Excel Program is designed to provide First-time Freshman students with an opportunity to attend and matriculate through a four-year institution despite not meeting traditional admissions requirements.
Excel Students are afforded the opportunity to earn both their Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees by successfully completing 60 hours (two years) and receiving their Associate’s Degree and continuing to complete their remaining 60 hours (two years) and receive their Bachelor’s degree . Students admitted to the Excel Program have been identified as meeting the secondary minimum admissions standards for public four year institutions set forth by the Council on Postsecondary Education (Minimum unweighted GPA of 2.0 – 2.49 on a 4pt scale).
- Unweighted cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater
- Be eligible to return to the institution from which they are transferring, good academic standing.
- Submit an official transcript(s) from all the universities/colleges that have been attended.
- Submit an official final high school transcript with the graduation date posted.
Admission Process
1
Complete Application
2
Transcripts
3
Apply for Federal Financial Aid
4
Enroll in Classes