Criminology & Criminal Justice Bachelors Degree

The Hatfield School of Government at Portland State University proudly presents an innovative online Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Delivered by a leader in higher education, designed for working professionals, it’s a degree you can be proud of.

Advanced Crime Analysis

Gain the skills you’ll need to become a leader in criminology and criminal justice. Learn to analyze and make use of crime data. Extract the important information that can help an investigation or help prevent crime from happening. It’s an advanced certificate that can help you make a difference.

American Justice System

Advance your education and discover the inner workings of the American Justice System. Learn how the interconnected agencies of law enforcement, the judicial system, and corrections work to create safer communities, address criminal behavior and prevent crimes.

Criminal Behavior

Take the next step in your Criminology and Criminal Justice education with an advanced certificate in Criminal Behavior. Gain momentum in your career by learning the theories behind crime, where criminals come from, what motivates them, and why they do what they do.

Criminology & Criminal Justice Post Bachelors Degree

Increase your knowledge and create new opportunities with a Post-Bachelor’s Certificate in Criminology and Criminal Justice from PSU. It’s a complete criminal justice education delivered in a streamlined online program, designed to help you maximize your potential.

Bachelor in Criminal Justice and Criminology

Certificate in Advanced Crime Analysis

American Justice System Certificate

Certificate in Criminal Behavior

Certificate in Criminology & Criminal Justice

Criminology & Criminal Justice Programs

Program-At-A-Glance

Criminology & Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree

The path to pursuing an online Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice has never been easier. Portland State University’s online bachelor’s completion program offers both current college students and working professionals the best opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills needed for professional growth in the criminal justice field.

Faculty Spotlight

Dr. Kris Henning earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Vermont in 1995. He joined the Criminology & Criminal Justice division at Portland State University in 2001. In 2005 he helped launch PSU’s largest fully online degree program, which provides working students from across the country with access to all of the courses required for the completion of the Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminology & Criminal Justice.