B.A. in Leadership Studies – Criminal Justice
Lead With Justice
Love justice? Looking for a career in law enforcement? Regent’s Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Studies – Criminal Justice can equip you with a solid foundation in innovative leadership, ethics, strategic planning, and decision making. You can also gain expertise in the American criminal justice system and approaches to measure and control crime. Choose courses in criminology, investigation, and criminal law to tailor your degree to best fit your goals.
SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Learn techniques in interviewing, interrogation, and the use of surveillance.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field. Regent has been ranked among the Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report (2025). Our programs have also ranked as the #1 Best Online Bachelor's Programs in Virginia 13 years in a row (2013-2025).
On completing the B.A. in Leadership Studies – Criminal Justice program, you can:
- Investigate the nature and causes of crime along with methods of treatment and prevention.
- Understand crime scene conduct and procedures, and how to collect and preserve evidence.
- Pursue a career in local, state, federal, or international law enforcement.
Career Opportunities
- Police Officer
- Probation Officer
- Legal Assistant
- Investigator
- Forensic Technician
| CRJU 131 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 | Examines the American criminal justice system. Investigates the agencies and processes involved in the administration of criminal justice. Considers various approaches in defining, measuring, and controlling crime. |
| CRJU 220 | Criminology | 3 | Investigates the nature and causation of crime. Gives attention to major theoretical explanations for crime as well as to the treatment and prevention of crime. |
| CRJU 280 | Criminal Investigation | 3 | Discusses principles and practices of criminal investigation including crime scene conduct and procedures, collection and preservation of evidence, interview and interrogation techniques, development of leads, and the use of surveillance techniques. Addresses ethical issues related to the criminal case investigation. |
| CRJU 345 | Criminal Law | 3 | Examines criminal law in the United States with special attention given to various principles that apply to most criminal cases. Investigation includes the history and development of criminal law in the United States, an analysis of a number of specific types of crimes, parties to crime, and criminal defense. |
| CRJU 411 | Theories of Criminal Justice | 3 | Examines crime control and various perspectives. Identifies approaches to crime control and the legislation, courts, and corrections engaged in the process. Considers approaches beyond the criminal justice system. |
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial high school or college transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Step 4: Submit Your FAFSA
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent's school code is 030913.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
| Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Rate Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $10,470 | 12 - 18 | $20,940 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $698 | Under 12 | $8,376 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $698 | Over 18 | $12,564 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $698 | N/A | $2,094+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
| Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer) |
|---|---|
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $750 |
| Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Rate Per Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $9,975 | 12 - 18 | $19,950 |
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $665 | Under 12 | $7,980 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $665 | Over 18 | $11,970 |
| Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $665 | N/A | $1,995+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
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Housing Fees » | Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
| Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
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