$16,517 /Yr
Other
full_time
Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Criminal Justice - Sociology
- An associate degree in criminal justice prepares you for a career in the criminal justice professions, providing a background in the foundational terminology of the criminal justice system.
- In NSU's program, you'll be exposed to introductory-level courses in criminal law, criminal procedure, criminology and the correctional field. Study in these areas will illuminate the intricate relationships among the police, the courts and corrections. You'll come to understand how the criminal justice system addresses the needs of all its actors, including offenders, victims, the families of victims and perpetrators, society, and criminal justice personnel. Equipped with this knowledge, you'll be better prepared to deal with the complex issues facing today's criminal justice professional.
- Applicants with a criminal justice degree will be more competitive for entry-level employment in local, county and state law enforcement and correctional agencies in South Dakota and throughout the Midwest. While a candidate for employment in criminal justice requires only a high school diploma or GED, more agencies are requiring a minimum of 60 hours of post-high school education as a condition of employment.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $10717 | $10717 | $10717 | $10717 |
| Books and supply | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 |
| Other Fees | $4600 | $4600 | $4600 | $4600 |
| Total Fees | $16517 | $16517 | $16517 | $16517 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.0 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 79 | 120 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 54 | 90 | 3 |
Applicants to Northern can be admitted by one of the following criteria:
- Obtain an ACT composite score of 18 (redesigned SAT score of 960, or concorded equivalent for older SAT scores) or above; OR
- Obtain a high school GPA of at least 2.6 on a 4.0 scale; OR
- Rank in the top sixty (60) percent of their high school graduating class.
Applicants to Northern may also meet either the Smarter Balanced or curriculum requirements as outlined below:
- Smarter Balanced: Achieve a Level 3 or higher on the English Language Arts.
- Curriculum: Meet the minimum course requirements with an average grade of “C” or higher (GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale).