The Criminal Justice bachelor’s degree program will include both a major and a minor in criminal justice.
Students will be prepared for careers in various aspects of the criminal justice system and safety management. Through theoretical knowledge and practical skills, graduates will be provided with the tools needed to make a positive community impact.
Common career opportunities for individuals with degrees in criminal justice include detective and criminal investigator, emergency management coordinator, Homeland Security specialist, compliance officer, crime analyst, police officer, probation officer, legal assistant, and policy analyst.
Core coursework within the major will develop student knowledge in criminal law and procedures, policing, and law enforcement, corrections, and rehabilitation, criminal justice ethics and diversity, and safety and security management. Students will complete an internship in a related career area or complete the Peace Officer Training Certificate through Lake Region State College.
Students may elect to pursue further education by pursuing graduate degrees in criminal justice, public policy, law, or related fields.
See the Criminal Justice information sheet for details, including course requirements.
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Mayville State University's online tuition and fees for 2026-2027 are based on residency as listed below, with a cap at 12 credits enrolled charged for tuition and fees for up to 18 credits enrolled. Books, materials, and lab kits are additional. Please note, college tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, and limited scholarships.
North Dakota resident per credit tuition and fees: $358.72
Minnesota resident per credit tuition and fees: $394.13
All others per credit tuition and fees: $432.58
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