Program Overview

Bachelor of Criminal Justice in Mobile, Alabama

Overview

The Bachelor of Criminal Justice program at Faulkner University is designed to provide a broad education in criminal justice. It consists of 48 upper-level credit hours, including a blend of courses that combine theory with historical and future applications. The program aims to prepare future professionals not only to keep the peace but to keep up with an ever-changing field.

Program Details

• Duration: 1 year
• Format: Hybrid (online and in-person night courses)
• Location: Mobile, AL, campus
• Credit Hours: 48 upper-level credit hours

Admission Requirements

• Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0 on all previous college work or a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on at least 12 hours taken with Faulkner
• Completion of Entrance Competencies: As listed
• Minimum Age: 23 years old
• Minimum Core Course Completion: 30 hours

Tuition and Fees

• Tuition: $335 per semester hour
• General Fee: $350 per semester ($250 if 11 hours or less)
• Online Course Fee: $75 per semester hour
• Book Fee: $195 per year
• Applicable Course Fees: See full tuition and fee schedule

Program Objectives

• Develop critical thinking and decision-making related to law enforcement and security
• Understand social, cultural, and legal issues that affect criminal justice
• Demonstrate professional ethical behavior in the criminal justice field
• Develop effective oral and written communication through a variety of formats
• Build interpersonal relationship development and maintenance
• Conduct directed research and analysis of historical events and legal decisions
• Understand operational policies and procedures
• Familiarize with all facets of the field, including public and private sectors
• Apply and integrate Christian perspectives to provide fair and equal service

Career Opportunities

• Law enforcement
• Private security
• Corrections
• Courts

Why Study at Faulkner University?

• Christian standards inform all aspects of education
• Small class sizes for individualized attention
• Faculty and students informed by new developments in the field
• Accelerated program for working adults

Program Structure

• Three semesters, each featuring two eight-week modules
• Multiple entry points throughout the year
• Designed for students who have already completed core courses and are ready to specialize in a career-focused track

Hybrid Learning Model

• Courses delivered online and in-person night courses
• In-person classes take place on the Mobile, AL, campus
• Convenient location near Interstate 65

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Contact Information

• Faulkner University
• 5345 Atlanta Hwy, Montgomery, AL 36109
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