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Abraham S. Fischler
College of Education & School of Criminal Justice

Welcome to the Bachelor's Program in Criminal Justice at Nova Southeastern University, where theory and practice come together to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences. Our undergraduate program is designed to provide you with a strong foundation in criminal justice while emphasizing experiential learning. Through hands-on opportunities such as simulations, mock trials, investigations, and field experiences, you'll gain practical skills that will set you apart in the workforce.

In addition to classroom learning, you’ll have the chance to engage directly with law enforcement agencies, legal professionals, and criminal justice organizations to apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings. At NSU, we believe in preparing students to actively contribute to the future of criminal justice through critical thinking, practical skills, and a deep understanding of the system.

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Create Your Own Career Path

With a degree in Criminal Justice from NSU’s Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice, you can focus your career on crime prevention, law enforcement, public service, and criminal justice reform.

You can also become a trailblazer by creating your own path in fields such as security and criminal investigation. Your graduate school options include continuation in criminal justice, law school, and other social service degrees.

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Shark Destinations

Graduates of this program can become leaders in a variety of positions such as correctional administrator, court administrator, court counselor, crime scene technician, law enforcement practitioner, parole officer, pre-sentence investigator, and social worker.

During your undergraduate studies, you’ll have a number of mentorship opportunities and both simulated and real-world classroom experiences. Examples of experiential learning include but are not limited to; sociodrama programs and simulation exercises. These programs utilize drama techniques that not only bridge the gap between theory and practice but focus on application of real-world criminal justice content and mock trial methodologies. You’ll be exposed to a criminal case and learn how to investigate, prepare, and ultimately prosecute the defendant in a real trial setting.

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Reserve your seat in one of NSU’s graduate or professional schools while you earn your bachelor’s degree. With NSU’s Dual Admission program, you don’t have to worry about competing with thousands of other students for a spot in a highly selective graduate program. This Premier Program gives you an opportunity to get a head start on your career, so you can start earning sooner.  

Dual Admission Programs
Your NSU professors are dedicated to ensuring that you have a great academic experience. They regularly review the curriculum to make updates that give you an edge in today’s ever-changing world. As an NSU Criminal Justice major, some courses that you could take include Court Systems and Procedures, Criminology, Multiculturalism and Crime, Constitutional Issues, Criminal Law, and Corrections in America. Visit the B.S. in Criminal Justice curriculum to view detailed course descriptions and plans of study.

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During your undergraduate studies, you’ll have a number of mentorship opportunities and both simulated and real-world classroom experiences. Examples of experiential learning include but are not limited to; sociodrama programs and simulation exercises. These programs utilize drama techniques that not only bridge the gap between theory and practice but focus on application of real-world criminal justice content and mock trial methodologies. You’ll be exposed to a criminal case and learn how to investigate, prepare, and ultimately prosecute the defendant in a real trial setting.

Learn More about Experiential Learning

Reserve your seat in one of NSU’s graduate or professional schools while you earn your bachelor’s degree. With NSU’s Dual Admission program, you don’t have to worry about competing with thousands of other students for a spot in a highly selective graduate program. This Premier Program gives you an opportunity to get a head start on your career, so you can start earning sooner.  

Dual Admission Programs

Your NSU professors are dedicated to ensuring that you have a great academic experience. They regularly review the curriculum to make updates that give you an edge in today’s ever-changing world. As an NSU Criminal Justice major, some courses that you could take include Court Systems and Procedures, Criminology, Multiculturalism and Crime, Constitutional Issues, Criminal Law, and Corrections in America. Visit the B.S. in Criminal Justice curriculum to view detailed course descriptions and plans of study.

View Curriculum and Plans of Study