College of Professional Studies
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice offers the
student a unique and rewarding opportunity to prepare for a
challenging career in this developing field. It may also
serve as preparation for further academic and professional
study.
Admissions Requirement
Undergraduate admission is based on many factors, including
previous academic performance, satisfactory achievement on
standardized tests, personal recommendations, and other indications
of an applicant's interests, motivation, and potential.
Graduation Requirements
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice requires the
completion of a minimum of 126 semester hours of credit with a
minimum cumulative quality point index of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
| Course Areas | Credits |
| Core Requirements | 27 |
| Criminal Justice | 36 |
| Distributed Core & Other Non-Major
Requirements | 63 |
View the Program Goals for the Bachelor of Science in Criminal
Justice.
Financial Aid Available
If you are wondering how to finance your college education,
St. John’s University provides substantial need and merit based
scholarships from its own funds as well as government supported
financial aid. Students applying for need based funds must
complete a Free Application for
Federal Student Aid annually to determine
eligibility. Merit based awards are offered to students
who meet the academic criteria.
Prospective students are encouraged to check with their
employers about tuition reimbursement programs,
and uniformed police officers are eligible to
receive a special discount. In addition,
military personnel are advised to check with military advisers to
determine eligibility for tuition benefits
available through the armed forces.
Prospective students can contact Antonio Lodato
Asst Dean/Dir Even/Wkend Prog, for additional information via
email at lodatoa@stjohns.edu or call
(718) 990-5974.
Learn more about Undergraduate financial
aid or contact the Office of Financial
Aid.