Arlington,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Criminology and Criminal Justice in Houston United States | University of Texas at Arlington
University of Texas at Arlington
|
Houston United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,494
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice (CRCJ) at UTA offers students a challenging academic program designed to equip them for leadership roles across municipal, state, and federal organizations. Those new to the field can gain practical experience through internships with local law enforcement agencies and legal practices. CRCJ students employ scientific methods to examine crime factors, profiles of victims and perpetrators, and the operations of law enforcement institutions (police, judiciary, and correctional facilities). The program also fosters analytical reasoning and solution-oriented abilities. Our department has a longstanding reputation for graduating professionals ready to assume key positions within criminal justice systems at all government levels. The curriculum covers-
All core elements of criminal justice: law enforcement, judicial processes, and rehabilitation systems
Crime scene analysis, encompassing theoretical foundations, on-scene procedures, information gathering, and evidence handling
Legal procedures within the justice system; evidentiary standards, search and arrest protocols, and the judicial pathway from crime to sentencing
Application of forensic techniques in criminal investigations
Case development and trial procedures
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students must have completed official secondary school transcripts, diplomas, certificates and/or national test examination scores as appropriate for the educational systems in their country. In order to be considered for freshman admission students must have completed secondary school studies equivalent to that of United States high school graduation.
Official SAT I or ACT scores are required for entering freshmen with less than 24 semester hours of university level course work (equivalent to one year of full time study).
 
The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL is 79 on the Internet-based test, 550 on the paper-based test and 213 on the computer-based test. The IELTS can be substituted for TOEFL scores. The minimum acceptable overall score of 6.5 is required for admission. Scores must be sent directly to UT Arlington from the Testing Service to be considered official.
 
Tuition
USD
27,494