B.A. in Leadership Studies – Criminal Justice
College of Arts & Sciences
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Lead With Justice
Love justice? Looking for a career in law enforcement? Regent's Bachelor of Arts in Leadership Studies – Criminal Justice will equip you with a solid foundation in innovative leadership, ethics, strategic planning and decision making. You'll also gain expertise in the American criminal justice system and approaches to measure and control crime. Choose courses in criminology, investigation and criminal law to tailor your degree to best fit your goals.
SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Learn techniques in interviewing, interrogation, and the use of surveillance.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field. Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for two consecutive years (2019 & 2020). Our programs have also ranked as the #1 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia for 8 years in a row. Experience the Regent difference.
Take Your Career to the Next Level
On completing the B.A. in Leadership Studies – Criminal Justice you will be able to:
- Investigate the nature and causes of crime along with methods of treatment and prevention.
- Understand crime scene conduct and procedures, and how to collect and preserve evidence.
- Pursue a career in local, state, federal or international law enforcement.
Career Opportunities
- Police Officer
- Probation Officer
- Legal Assistant
- Investigator
- Forensic Technician
Click any section below for additional information or access your course schedule.
Investigates the nature and causation of crime. Gives attention to major theoretical explanations for crime as well as to the treatment and prevention of crime.
Examines criminal law in the United States with special attention given to various principles that apply to most criminal cases. Investigation includes the history and development of criminal law in the United States, an analysis of a number of specific types of crimes, parties to crime, and criminal defense.
The nature, requirements, and beneficial role of entrepreneurial thinking for the leader as innovator in the organization and in society. Prerequisite: LDST 201.
Leader's behaviors and decisions in sending messages to people throughout the organization. Analysis of the concept of organizational culture, its development, and the effect it has on the leader and people in the organization; focus on a leader's ability to positively influence followers. Prerequisite: LDST 201.
Admission requirements vary based on the stage you're at in life. Select a link below to learn how to apply.
2019-20 Tuition Rates
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On-Campus Student
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Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
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RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
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Student Fees
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Fee |
Amount |
Description |
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Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
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$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
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Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150
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Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
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Graduation Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
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University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) |
$700/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
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Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
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Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
2020-21 Tuition Rates
| Program Type | Tuition |
|---|---|
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On-Campus Student
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Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
|
|
|
RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
|
Student Fees
|
Fee |
Amount |
Description |
|
Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
|
$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
|
Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150
|
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
|
Graduation Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
|
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) |
$750/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
|
Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
|
Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
Learn more about scholarships and financial aid.
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Taniki Richard, B.S., 2015
College of Arts & Sciences"Regent's online, eight-week programs will help you take responsibility and have a way to be self-taught. You'll not only have that initiative, but you'll be able to interact with your professors online. It was really good for me."
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College of Arts & Sciences“Regent offered me ... a stepping stone towards academics, towards my future as a Christian leader to change the world, but perhaps more importantly, it gave me a community.”
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College of Arts & Sciences“Regent gave me the tools and confidence to integrate my faith in my community and career. I was able to develop my potential and am now fulfilling my purpose as a business leader.”