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Degree Programs

Find out how our degree programs can help you on your career journey

Get ready to be a part of the ASU experience. You will be joining a group of faculty, students and staff that are truly as committed to effecting change as you are. We’ll challenge you to take on a problem that is important to you—and throughout your time with ASU, you’ll have a chance to test ways to find a solution.

You’ll be joining the largest transfer student group at ASU when you join our college. We have dedicated resources to help you make that transition and hit the ground running. You are already on your way to a degree—let’s take the next step.

You have already accomplished a lot – and clearly have your sights set on more. We have some of the top-rated programs in our fields, and your ideas, experience and commitment to public service will make a great addition to our endeavors. Whether you are pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree, you will find faculty and fellow colleagues to be among the top thought-leaders in their fields.

We have a strong population of veterans among our students—and like programs across ASU, we welcome you to our team. You’ll find a wealth of resources directed specifically to your needs, and many of our programs offer opportunities for you to bring your skills, knowledge and passion. You’ve already committed to furthering our country—let us help you take the next step too.

Our world-class faculty is engaged in cutting edge research which prepares students for the challenges of criminal justice practice in the 21st century.

Our undergraduate program prepares students for leadership and policy positions at the local, state and federal level. At the graduate level, we provide rigorous training in a rich research environment, immersing our students in diverse research topics that develop skills to help them advance as practitioners or researchers for continued study in doctoral programs in criminology and criminal justice.

Degrees

Our degree opportunities are linked below:

Undergraduate Degrees

Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice (in-person or online)

Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice (Policing) (in-person or online)

Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice (Community Safety, Law and Social Change) (in-person or online)

Graduate Degrees

Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice (in-person)

Master of Science in Crime Analysis (online)

Master of Arts in Criminal Justice (online)

Master of Public Safety Leadership and Administration (online)

EMS - Mobile integrated Health Care
Executive Fire Administration
Executive Police Administration

Doctor of Philosophy in Criminology and Criminal Justice (in-person)

Doctorate of Criminal Justice (ASU Sync)

Minors & Certificates

Students may pursue certificate programs along with a major, minor, other certificate program, or independently as a non-degree seeking student. For a full list of available minors and certificates offered by the Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions, please visit the Watts College of Public Service minors & certificates page.

Criminology and Criminal Justice, minor

Undergraduate Certificate in Criminal Investigations

Undergraduate Certificate in Homeland Security

Undergraduate Certificate in Correctional Studies

Undergraduate Certificate in Juvenile Justice

Undergraduate Certificate in Law and Human Behavior

Undergraduate Certificate in Legal Issues in Criminal Justice

Undergraduate Certificate in Security Studies