Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Master of Arts in Homeland Security

Pace University

Launch your career in law enforcement, private security, or corrections with Pace University’s criminal justice program. Learn from industry professionals, participate in internships with agencies including the FBI and U.S. Marshals, and gain the analytical and investigative skills needed to make a real impact. Whether you’re interested in law enforcement, corrections, or private security, Pace’s criminal justice program provides you with a strong foundation in criminology, investigative techniques, and policy analysis. Learn from faculty who are experts in the field and bring real-world experience and connections into the classroom. Develop skills in evidence evaluation, constitutional law, and crisis management, all of which prepare you to tackle today’s most pressing criminal justice challenges. The exciting and relevant coursework in our program includes criminology, investigation, criminal law, evidence and procedure, police-community relations, terrorism, probation, and corrections. Our curriculum is responsive to the marketplace, so that when you graduate your skillset and knowledge will prepare you for a rewarding professional career.The combined degree for a BS in Criminal Justice and Masters (MA) in Homeland Security enables to students obtain both degrees in five (5) years. This will allow students to grasp the essence of the criminal justice system and, in light of 9/11, gain insight on how to secure our country and communities. Pace University’s CRJ/MA education experience prepares students to succeed in all levels of government, from a police officer, up through the multitude of law enforcement agencies at the state and federal levels.Full-time students may complete this accelerated dual-degree program in five years by taking 12 graduate credits in their undergraduate senior year. To enter the program, students must apply to Graduate Admissions in the Fall of their Junior year, have a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and submit an essay that will be used to assess their writing skills. If accepted, in the Spring of their junior year they will be required to enroll in the zero (0) credit Online Orientation course (CRJ 600). Students enrolled in the CRJ Major will be able to enroll in the MA in HS starting in their senior year. The Criminal Justice BS/MHS is a 4+1 Sequential degree program. Once students complete their undergraduate requirements, they will walk for their Baccalaureate degree and again when they receive their graduate degree.