Criminal Justice Schools in Missouri
There are a number of ways to get a criminal justice education in Missouri. We have narrowed your choices down by putting together a comprehensive list of some of the most well respected schools in the country. There are several online criminal justice schools in Missouri as well as a number of traditional campus programs located throughout the state. We have compiled the resources you need to find a program that fits what you're looking for.
University of Phoenix has become one of the Nation's leaders in criminal justice education and has campus locations in Missouri as well as online programs. Click here to request information from one of these campuses.
Criminal Justice Careers in Missouri
Crime rates in Missouri have increased in recent years, particularly in the urban areas of the state. There has been and continues to be a shortage of law enforcement personnel throughout the state. This creates great opportunity for those interested in law enforcement careers. A criminal justice degree can help with finding employment and promotional opportunities. The largest employers of criminal justice graduates in Missouri are city, state, and federal government agencies. Law enforcement is not the only career for Missouri criminal justice graduates. Attending law school, becoming a paralegal, education, and forensics are very popular options. To learn more about different career opportunites, visit our Career Center.
Online Criminal Justice Schools in Missouri
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Liberty University Online: Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The Online Education Database has ranked Liberty University among the top 10 online colleges in the nation for two years in a row.
Associate's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
University of Phoenix: University of Phoenix can help prepare you for careers in the field of criminal justice wherever you choose to reside. University of Phoenix is the largest private university in the country and is dedicated to their students.
Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice
MS in Administration of Justice and Security
Information Systems Security Certificate
Walden University Online: Regionally accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, which is one of six accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
B.S. in CJ - Homeland Security
B.S. in CJ - Management & Administration
B.S. in CJ - Crime and Criminals
B.S. in CJ - Information Systems Security
M.P.A. - Homeland Security, Law and Public Policy, or Local Government Mgmt
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American InterContinental University:
Associates in Criminal Justice Administration
BSCJ - Law Enforcement
BSCJ - Forensic Science
BSCJ - Special Populations
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Bachelor's in Fire Science
Master's in Emergency Management
Master's in Fire Science
BA in Social Science - CJ
BA in Organizational Management - CJ
BA in Organizational Management - Public Safety
Boston University: Well known and respected in the law enforcement community as a top tier master's education. Many federal, city, county, and state law enforcement professionals have earned their master's degree from Boston University.
Master's - Criminal Justice
Bowling Green State University:
Master's in CJ
Associate's in Justice Studies - CJ
Bachelor's in Justice Studies - CJ
BS in Public Safety - CJ
BS in Public Safety - Emergency Management
BS in Public Safety - Homeland Security
MS in Public Safety - CJ, Emergency Management, or Leadership
PhD Programs - CJ, Emergency Management, and Public Safety Leadership
Request free information from Capella University to learn more.
Colorado Technical University Online:
AS in CJ - Stonecliffe College Online
AS in Paralegal Studies
BS in CJ
BS in Financial Forensics
MS in Management - Criminal Justice
Request free information from CTU Online to learn more about their programs.
Online Master of Negotiation and Dispute Resolution - International Concentration
Bachelor's in Corrections and Juvenile Justice Studies
Master's in Correctional/Juvenile Justice Studies
Certificate in Paralegal
Associate's in CJ
Associate's in Paralegal
Bachelor's in CJ
Bachelor's in Paralegal
Certificate - Crime Scene Technician
Certificate - Management and Supervision
AAS in CJ
AAS in Fire Science
Bachelor's in - CJ, Corrections, Computer Crime, Crime Scene Investigation, Forensic Psychology, Homeland Security, Juvenile Justice, Law Enforcement, CJ Administration and Management, Fire & Emergency Management, Fire Science, International & Comparative CJ
Associate's in Criminal Justice
Associate's in Homeland Security
Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Homeland Security
Bachelor's in Legal Studies
B.S. in Criminal Justice and the Study of the Criminal Mind
B.S in Information Management and Security
Request free information from Lincoln College to learn more about these programs.
Bachelor of Science in CJ
Minnesota School of Business Online:
Associate's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
AA in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Legal Studies
Saint Joseph's University Online:
Certificate in Behavior Analysis
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Master of Science in CJ - Behavior Analysis Specialization
Master of Science in CJ - Homeland Security Specialization
Saint Leo University: Distance Learning
Bachelor's in Homeland Security
Associate's in Criminal Justice
Bachelor's in Business Administration - Legal Studies
Bachelor's Criminal Justice - Computer Security & Forensics
Bachelor's - Criminal Justice Administration
Bachelor's - Homeland Security & Administration
Bachelor's - Homeland Security Technology
Bachelor of Criminal Justice - Justice Administration
Master's - Crime Analysis
Master's - Criminal Behavior
Master's - Homeland Security Administration
Master's - Justice Administration
Master's in Criminal Justice
Virginia College: Virginia College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), which is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Virginia College is also recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
AA in Criminal Justice
Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Criminal Justice
Associate Degree - Paralegal
Bachelor Degree - Criminal Justice
Schools Offering On-Campus Criminal Justice Programs in Missouri
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University of Phoenix:
Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's | Administration of Justice and Security, Criminal Justice/Administration, Organizational Security & Management
Colorado Technical University:
Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's | Court Reporting, Criminal Justice, Cybercrime Investigations, Forensic Investigation
Everest College:
Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's | Paralegal
Hickey College:
Programs Offered: Diploma, Associate's | Paralegal, Legal Administration
National American University:
Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's | Paralegal Studies
Sanford-Brown College:
Programs Offered: Associate's, Bachelor's | Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies
Vatterott College:
Programs Offered: Diploma, Associate's | Criminal Justice, Legal Assisting, Paralegal Studies





