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Law & Justice Bachelor's Degrees

A bachelor’s degree in law and justice may take the form of majors in the criminal justice field, law enforcement, or security and corrections. Students will learn the theoretical and practical information about the issues surrounding the legal system. A bachelor’s degree in law and justice will typically provide courses in criminal procedures, criminal law, legal research, and social justice. Canyon College allows students to earn a degree in legal studies with options to specialize in the areas of business law, general law, or criminal litigation. Kaplan University Online also offers bachelor’s degrees in legal and paralegal studies to provide a focused education for students to enter these fields.

A bachelor’s degree in law and justice is right for you if you are looking to begin a career in one of the various aspects of the legal system. Prospective students should have strong analytical thinking and communication skills. Many students with this degree will find positions assisting lawyers in preparing documents and research data. Research the education requirements for specific law and justice field careers at our law and justice career center page.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for those in the law and justice fields is expected to increase at a more rapid rate than in other industries.  However, there will be high competition for any available positions. Those will a bachelor’s degree will find more opportunities than those with limited post-secondary education credits.



Top Law & Justice Schools

      
  • Everest University Online

    Manage your career and your life while earning your degree online.

    Programs

    • Criminal Justice (Bachelor's)
    • Paralegal (Bachelor's)
    • Criminal Justice (Associate's)
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    Location:
    Santa Ana: , Santa Ana CA
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  • Capella University

    Achieve your potential with an online degree from Capella University.

    Programs

    • BS - Criminal Justice
    Location:
    Minneapolis: Capella Tower, Minneapolis MN 55402
    Capella University
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  • Virginia College

    Set your career in motion at Virginia College Online.

    Programs

    • BS - Criminal Justice
    • BS - Paralegal Studies
    • AS - Paralegal Studies
    Location:
    Birmingham: 300 River Hills Business Park, Birmingham AL 35242
    Virginia College
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  • American InterContinental University Online

    Earn an online degree that really matters from AIU Online.

    Programs

    • Bachelor's (BIT) - Digital Investigation
    • Bachelor's of Science in Criminal Justice - Law Enforcement
    • Bachelor's - Corrections and Case Management
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    Location:
    Schaumburg: 231 N. Martingale Road, Schaumburg IL 60173
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  • Colorado Technical University Online

    Earn your degree online in as little as 15 months. Contact Colorado Tech Online today. Learn more today.

    Programs

    • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
    Location:
    Colorado Springs: 4435 North Chestnut Street, Colorado Springs CO 80907
    Colorado Technical University Online
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  • Post University

    Earn your degree online or on campus and accelerate your life.

    Programs

    • B.S. in Human Services / Criminal Justice
    • B.S. in Criminal Justice
    • B.S. in Legal Studies
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    Location:
    Waterbury: 800 Country Club Rd., Waterbury CT 06723
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  • Walden University

    Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University.

    Programs

    • B.S. in Human Services - Criminal JusticeĀ 
    • B.S. in Criminal Justice
    • B.S. in Political Science & Public Administration - Law & Legal Studies

    Location: Online

    Walden University
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  • Baker College Online

    Earn a Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master's or Doctorate for less at Baker College Online.

    Programs

    • Bachelor of Criminal Justice
    Location:
    Lisle: 550 Warrenville Rd, Suite 101, Lisle IL 60532
    Baker College Online
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  • Charter College Online

    You can advance your career with a degree from Charter College Online.

    Programs

    • BS - Criminal Justice
    • AS - Criminal Justice
    • AS - Paralegal Studies

    Location: Online

    Charter College Online
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  • University of Phoenix

    At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.

    Programs

    • B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration - Human Services
    • B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration - Management
    • B.S. in Criminal Justice Administration - Institutional Healthcare
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    Location: Online

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