College of Professional Studies
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice offers the
student a unique and rewarding opportunity to prepare for a
challenging career in this developing field. It may also
serve as preparation for further academic and professional
study.
Admissions Requirement
Undergraduate admission is based on many factors, including
previous academic performance, satisfactory achievement on
standardized tests, personal recommendations, and other indications
of an applicant's interests, motivation, and potential.
Graduation Requirements
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice requires the
completion of a minimum of 126 semester hours of credit with a
minimum cumulative quality point index of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
| Course Areas | Credits |
| Core Requirements | 27 |
| Criminal Justice | 36 |
| Distributed Core & Other Non-Major
Requirements | 63 |
View the Program Goals for the Bachelor of Science in Criminal
Justice.
Financial Aid Available
If you are wondering how to finance your college education,
St. John’s University provides substantial need and merit based
scholarships from its own funds as well as government supported
financial aid. Students applying for need based funds must
complete a Free Application for
Federal Student Aid annually to determine eligibility. Merit
based awards are offered to students who meet the academic
criteria.
Prospective students are encouraged to check with their
employers about tuition reimbursement programs,
and uniformed police officers are eligible to
receive a special discount. In addition, military
personnel are advised to check with military advisers to determine
eligibility for tuition benefits available through
the armed forces.
Prospective students can contact:
Weedens E. Blanchard
Assistant Dean
Phone (718) 990-5979
Fax: (718) 990-5879
blanchaw@stjohns.edu
Learn more about Undergraduate financial aid or
contact the Office of Financial
Aid.