Bachelor of Science in Criminology
Regis University’s Bachelor of Science in Criminology prepares career-oriented adults and professionals in the areas of local and federal law enforcement, corporate and government security, protective services, U.S. Customs, and immigration. Read below for more information, or visit the Bachelor’s in Criminology page at regisdegrees.com.
Class Format
- Available in accelerated 5- and 8-week terms
Online 
ClassroomTuition
Classroom-based courses: $395 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $460 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
128 Credit Hours
Want to learn more about Regis University and the Bachelor of Science in Criminology degree program? We are here to help you get started.
- Request an information packet on your degree.
- Reach an Enrollment Counselor by phone at 1.877.820.0581.
- Attend a Virtual Criminology Open House
- Email us by sending your question or request to criminfo@regis.edu. Please include your name and contact information.
Ready to start your admission application? There is no cost to start your application, and the information you provide will greatly assist your enrollment counselor in evaluating your specific needs. Once you download the admission application and fill it out, all you have to do is e-mail your completed copy to your enrollment counselor. If you have any questions along the way, our Regis University enrollment counselors are here to guide you through the admissions process.
Congratulations on pursuing your degree! We look forward to helping you.
The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Criminology degree enables the adult student like you to explore the inner workings of the criminal mind through an in-depth step-by-step, course-by-course process. Our criminology degree program introduces you to the increasingly complex environment of how law enforcement, public safety, homeland security, regulatory agencies, the criminal justice system, and social support systems work towards the improvement and security of society. Regis Criminology faculty is comprised of active or recently retired practitioners who ensure that course material is contemporary, realistic, and interesting, while fostering an open exchange of real-world knowledge with their students.
Regis CPS Bachelor of Science in Criminology curriculum is designed to assist you in all levels of your career development, offering disciplines in:
- Crime Analysis
- Criminal Deviance
- Decision Making and Problem Solving in Criminology
- Homeland Security
- Introduction to Forensic Science
- Professional Ethics
- Family Violence
In today’s post-9/11 world, the field of criminology plays a more critical role in the improvement and transformation of society. Demand is high for professionals equipped with in-depth knowledge of the behavior of criminals, who commits crimes, in addition to new theories and practices that can lead to better responses to crime and its causes.
Whether you currently hold a position or are seeking a career in law enforcement, security, or the justice system, the Criminology degree from Regis CPS offers you a practical, theory-based interdisciplinary education that stresses human and criminal behavior, environmental and cultural dynamics, nature v. nurture theory, communication, ethics, and leadership.
Who should enroll in the Regis University CPS Bachelor of Science in Criminology program?
The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Criminology degree program suits you, the busy professional, offering flexibility and convenience. It’s designed for adult students like you who are pursuing the leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills necessary in all areas of law enforcement and security-related careers.
As a Regis CPS graduate of Criminology, you’ll be prepared with an education based on the Jesuit tradition. You’ll be empowered to understand, question, and confront criminal behavior in order to make ethical and effective contributions to your public and professional organizations.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminology program lays the foundation for you to continue your adult student education in our Master of Science in Criminology, Regis MBA program, or through other graduate degrees from our Regis CPS School of Humanities & Social Sciences.
Flexible Learning Formats That Fit Your Lifestyle
Regis University CPS offers courses in campus-based and online formats. Our accelerated 5- and 8-week course formats will put you on the fast track to earning your degree.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Starts | Classes Begin | Classes End |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | January 9 | February 12 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | February 13 | March 18 |
| Spring 3 - 2012 | March 19 | April 22 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | May 7 | June 10 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | June 11 | July 15 |
| Summer 3 - 2012 | July 16 | August 19 |
| Starts | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2012 | January 9 | March 4 | January 4 |
| Spring 2 - 2012 | March 5 | April 29 | February 29 |
| Summer 1 - 2012 | May 7 | July 1 | May 2 |
| Summer 2 - 2012 | July 2 | August 26 | June 27 |
Required Courses
Total Degree Requirements (128 Credit Hours)
Core Studies Requirements (45 Credit Hours)
- Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- English Composition (3 Credit Hours)
- Advanced Oral and Written Communication (3 Credit Hours)
- Literature/Humanities (6 Credit Hours)
- Global Issues (6 Credit Hours)
- Social Sciences (6 Credit Hours)
- Mathematics (3 Credit Hours)
- Natural Sciences (3 Credit Hours)
- Philosophy (6 Credit Hours)
- Religious Studies (6 Credit Hours)
Foundational Major Requirements (18 Credit Hours)
- CR 350 Introduction to Criminology (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 360 Introduction to Forensic Science (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 370 Criminal Deviance (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 383 Research Methods (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 413 Crime Analysis (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 473 Decision-Making and Problem Solving in Criminology (3 Credit Hours)
Upper Division Requirements (27 Credit Hours)
- CR 425 Professional Ethics in Criminology (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 426 Psychology of Crime (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 427 Criminal Profiling (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 429 Family Violence (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 430 Sexual Homicide (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 445 Homeland Security (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 446 Perspectives on Terrorism (3 Credit Hours)
- CR/COM 493 Senior Capstone (3 Credit Hours)
Choose one Criminology elective from the list below
to fulfill your Upper Division Requirements:
- CR 428 Children and Violence (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 433 Violence in the Workplace (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 448 Homeland Security: Legal & Ethical Issues (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 449 Vulnerability and Security (3 Credit Hours)
- CR 451 Juvenile Delinquency (3 Credit Hours)
Optional Minor (12 Credit Hours)
Criminology Electives (26-38 Credit Hours)
If minor is completed: 26 Credit Hours
If minor is not completed: 38 Credit Hours
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of an undergraduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions. Contact your Enrollment Counselor for more information.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argosy University | 30 - 120 | $540 | $2,015 | $18,215 - $66,815 |
| Colorado Christian University | 30 - 128 | $427 | $1,400 | $14,210 - $56,056 |
| Colorado State University | 30 - 120 | $348 | $6,579 | $17,032 - $48,393 |
| Columbia College Aurora | 30 - 120 | $195 | $110 | $5,960 - $23,510 |
| DeVry University | 30 - 139 | $485 | $320 - $360 | $14,870 - $67,775 |
| Metro State College of Denver | 30 - 120 | $221 | $4,100 | $10,721 - $30,584 |
| Naropa | 30 - 120 | $850 | $2,640 | $28,140 - $104,640 |
| Regis University | 30 - 128 | $395 | $50 | $11,900 - $50,610 |
| University of Colorado at Denver | 30 - 120 | $336 | $884 - $4,763 | $10,964 - $45,083 |
| University of Denver/The Women's College and University College* | 30 - 123 | $697 | $270 - $822 | $21,180 - $86,554 |
| University of Phoenix | 30 - 120 | $398 | $950 - $3,800 | $12,875 - $51,500 |
| William Howard Taft University | 30 - 120 | $225 | $400 - $1,255 | $7,150 - $28,255 |
*Quarter hours converted to semester.
| Institution | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Tuition and Fees for 30 Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American InterContinental University* | 30 - 121 | $433 | $50 | $13,035 - $52,424 |
| Argosy University | 30 - 120 | $540 | $225 | $16,425 - $65,025 |
| Capella University* | 30 - 121 | $463 | $50 | $13,931 - $56,035 |
| Colorado Technical University* | 30 - 121 | $433 | $50 | $13,035 - $52,424 |
| Columbia College Aurora | 30 - 120 | $229 | $110 | $6,980 - $27,590 |
| CSU (Colorado State University) Global Campus | 30 - 120 | $350 | $25 | $10,525 - $42,025 |
| DeVry University | 30 - 139 | $540 | $60 - $360 | $16,260 - $75,420 |
| Drexel University* | 30 - 124 | $970 | $520 - $2,080 | $29,625 - $122,379 |
| Jones International University | 30 - 120 | $520 | $100 | $15,700 - $62,500 |
| Kaplan University* | 30 - 121 | $554 | $845 | $17,457 - $67,846 |
| Mercy College | 30 - 120 | $706 | $2,160 | $23,340 - $86,880 |
| National University* | 30 - 121 | $460 | $160 | $13,951 - $55,784 |
| Nova Southeastern University | 30 - 120 | $605 | $50 | $18,200 - $72,650 |
| Regis University | 30 - 128 | $460 | $50 | $13,850 - $58,930 |
| St. Leo University | 30 - 120 | $470 | $40 | $14,140 - $56,440 |
| Thomas Edison State College | 30 - 120 | $212 | $452 | $6,812 - $25,892 |
| University of Denver/University College* | 30 - 121 | $725 | $180 - $720 | $21,941 - $88,490 |
| University of Maryland/University College | 30 - 120 | $499 | $515 - $1,685 | $15,485 - $61,565 |
| University of Phoenix | 30 - 120 | $570 | $950 - $3,800 | $18,050 - $72,200 |
| Walden University | 30 - 121 | $418 | $280 - $1,120 | $12,817 - $51,687 |
| Western Governors University | 30 - 134 | $240 | $155 - $425 | $7,355 - $32,585 |
| Western International University | 30 - 126 | $465 | $25 | $13,975 - $58,615 |
*Quarter hours converted to semester.
Admission Requirements
Submitting an application is the first step toward achieving your personal and professional goal of earning a Bachelor's degree. Students with prior college credit, military credit, professional licenses or certificates, or several years of work experience may be able to translate this experience directly into college credit.
An enrollment counselor will help evaluate your prior learning credit, provide valuable information regarding financial aid and tuition assistance, recommend programs and classes, and help you get started with the application process.
Materials Needed for Application and Admission
- Completed Undergraduate Application Form.
- $50.00 nonrefundable application fee (waived for previous Regis University students).
- Writing Skills Placement Essay.
- If you have never attended college, request official high school or GED transcripts, to be sent directly to the CPS Undergraduate Office of Admissions.
- Document you have at least 3 years of full-time work experience after high school. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may submit a letter of appeal to the Dean of Undergraduate Programs.
- Provide prior college official transcripts within 30 days from the start of first class (or official high school or GED transcripts).
- Additional admission requirements apply to international students who are non-U.S. citizens.
Angelina Cordova
Affiliate Faculty and Clinical Psychotherapist
"Course instruction fosters open discussion and exchange of real-world knowledge between faculty and students."