BSc in Criminal Justice in Riverside United States | California Baptist University

The importance of ethics in criminal justice remains paramount, which is why CBU's program strongly emphasizes integrity and incorporates biblical principles. Through CBU's criminal justice bachelor's degree, students gain knowledge both academically and practically, examining historical and international law enforcement patterns while participating in simulated crime scene analyses.
Our criminal justice professors hold doctoral or law degrees from prestigious institutions, are committed Christians, and excel as educators. They exemplify faith integration, provide exceptional student guidance, and support learners in fulfilling their life missions. With hands-on experience in the field, faculty members bring practical insights into their teaching.
CBU's criminal justice students will develop skills to:
Utilize fundamental research methods and criminological principles in policy development.
Explain core components of U.S. political structures at federal, state, and municipal justice system levels.
Evaluate critical challenges across law enforcement, judicial processes, and rehabilitation systems.
Pursue spiritual growth that harmonizes faith with intellectual inquiry.
Professional Opportunities
Graduates can pursue diverse criminal justice careers, with some positions requiring advanced qualifications.
Law Enforcement Officer, Forensic Specialist, Probation Officer, State Trooper, Youth Rehabilitation Counselor