Criminal Justice B.S.
Criminal justice is a rapidly evolving field that has a high, and ever-increasing demand, for professional guardians in the criminal justice system. At RMU expert practitioners mentor you from admission to graduation and beyond. Matching your passion with our exciting curriculum and experienced faculty, we prepare you to meet the tremendous and rewarding demands of working in the field of criminal justice.
Comprehensive Curriculum: This program focuses on practical and broad knowledge drawn from sociology, psychology, forensics, and political science. All students in the criminal justice major complete a minor. This positions students to meet the requirements of the most sought-after skilled professions, and make them highly marketable candidates for successful careers in criminal justice.
Real-World Experience: Students use hands-on learning and real-world scenarios taught by faculty who work in the field. This includes the use of our crime scene and use-of-force simulator. The required practicum/internship in the final year crucially enables students to receive actual work experience in the criminal justice system before graduation.
Practitioner Faculty: Students study with professors who are leading law enforcement and legal experts and have strong professional networks.
Strong Career Opportunities: Graduates go on to work at the federal, state or local levels of the criminal justice system.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
You’ll find a wide range of roles available directly through RMU’s career portal, across faculty, staff, and student positions. Here's a quick breakdown:
- Part-Time Faculty: Roles in areas like Communication & Organizational Leadership, English & Media Arts, History, and Nursing (BSN program)
- Athletics & Recreation: Positions such as Assistant Coach (Strength & Conditioning, Men’s Ice Hockey), Athletic Trainer, Game Day Media/Video Operations, Ice Crew, and Club Sports Multimedia Manager
- Facilities & Maintenance: HVAC Maintenance Worker IV and Utility Worker (custodial/environmental services)
- Administrative & Specialized Staff: Financial Analyst, Compliance and NIL Coordinator, Associate Athletic Director for Compliance, Police Officer (Campus Police)
- Student Worker Roles: Guest Services Associate, Pro Shop Associate, Sports Dome Associate at Island Sports Center, plus plenty of other student and event-based roles
Career Support & Employer Engagement
RMU empowers both job seekers and employers through its Career and Professional Development Center:
- For Students & Alumni: Offers workshops, resume help, interview prep, career fairs each semester, access to Handshake for job listings, and networking events
- For Employers: Tools include the ability to post jobs on Handshake, participate in career fairs, conduct on-campus interviews, host workshops, and launch internship programs
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Scores from an approved English language exam (we accept TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo) Minimum scores required are as follows:
- TOEFL - 55 ibt
- IELTS (Academic) - 5.5 overall band score
- Duolingo English Test (DET) - 90
- PTE - 42
- A score of 540 or higher on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section may be accepted in lieu of an approved English language exam.
For More Information About Admission Requirements / Eligibility Criteria Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
142800 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 30 USD