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Grounded in a Christian worldview, the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminal Justice Administration at Geneva College offers a deeper perspective on government and law that reflects the justice of God and His heart to restore a broken world. Pursue justice with integrity, grace, and mercy as you prepare for a career in criminal justice leadership and administration.
Gain a holistic understanding of human behavior and develop a biblically informed framework to address current challenges in the field.
Real-World Internships
Intern with local law enforcement and criminal justice agencies across Pennsylvania
Mock Crime Scenes
Gain hands-on experience by participating in mock crime scene exercises on campus
Multidisciplinary Program
Develop critical thinking and communication skills through coursework in criminal justice, political science, psychology, communication, and business courses.
Experienced Faculty
Learn from faculty with extensive professional experience in criminal justice and related fields
Criminal Justice Administration Courses
Professional Ethics
Examine the ethical questions that shape the helping professions. Students will explore professional values, ethical decision making, and social service practice through the lens of Christian faith and professional responsibility.
Restorative Justice
Discover an alternative way of administering justice involving the victim, the community, and the offender through a restorative process.
Special Populations
Examine the unique needs of at-risk populations, including those impacted by trauma, violence, addiction, and mental health challenges, through the lens of professional practice and biblical faith.
Constitutional Law
Examine the development of American constitutional law and its relevance to contemporary political processes.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration prepares students for leadership and administrative roles within the criminal justice profession.Grounded in a biblical worldview, the program emphasizes Christ-centered leadership, ethical decision making, integrity, justice, and servant leadership.
Through an interdisciplinary curriculum combingin criminal justice, organizational leadership, public administration, and practical experience, students develop the skills to lead effectively, strengthen organizations, and serve their communities with excellence.
Serve in law enforcement, lead a nonprofit or community organization, work in corrections or probation, or pursue investigative and administrative roles. Earning a criminal justice degree means you’re prepared to join the workforce upon graduation or enter law school to further your study.
Program Mission
The mission of the criminal justice administration program is to create a learning environment in which students receive the knowledge, develop the abilities and competencies, and embrace the ethical standards necessary to become successful leaders in the field of criminal justice. Through coursework and internships, the department strives to produce graduates who are good critical thinkers, skilled communicators, and empathetic professionals committed to serving their communities with integrity. The biblical framework prepares students to serve faithfully in a challenging field.
The learning objectives for the criminal justice administration program are:
- Students will express a thorough knowledge of how the criminal justice system operates in the United States and possess the ability to describe its contemporary practices.
- Students will articulate the impact of crime and law on society and the concept of justice from varying points of view and from a Christian worldview.
- Students will understand the legal concepts and terminology of substantive areas of criminal justice.
- Students will articulate their understanding of calling and vocation and develop a plan for pursuing their calling.
Specialized tracks were developed to address diverse student interest and improve marketability:
Students interested in law:
- BUS 311 Business Law
- POL 305 Constitutional Law
- CSC311 Cyberethics and Cyber Law
Students interested in community-based corrections:
- CRJ 345 Probation and Parole
- CRJ 346 Corrections
- SSV 230 Family Systems in Context
Students interested in law enforcement:
- CRJ 250 Homeland Security
- CRJ 270 21st Century Policing
- PSY 302 Forensic Psychology
Career Outlook for Criminal Justice Majors
Criminal justice encompasses a wide range of careers that contribute to the safety, administration, and well-being of communities. As such, communities increasingly seek criminal justice graduates to fill public roles encompassing the maintenance of law and order. Along with consistent career opportunities, pursuing a criminal justice degree offers the unique job satisfaction of serving others in your community.
Increased Salary
Many police departments offer additional pay for officers with college degrees, making your bachelor’s in criminal justice highly valuable.
$77,310
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for police and detectives was $77,310 in May 2025.
“As a Christian in law enforcement, I was able to show people that they could live a fruitful life if they took the needed steps. People can grab onto real hope when we offer it. It's very special that at Geneva, we're able to teach a Christ-centered redemptive approach that can make a vast difference when it comes to criminal justice.” - Dr. Millie Johnson, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
Prepare for Criminal Justice Careers such as...
- Police Officer
- Criminal Profiler
- Fraud Investigator
- Homicide Detective
- Probation and Parole Officer
- Federal Agent
- Victim Advocate
- Youth Correctional Counselor
Further your impact...
- Serve in federal agencies such as the FBI or other public safety and investigative organizations
- Lead an organization that works to prevent crime in at-risk youth
- Pursue a master’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, behavioral science, public administration, or a related field
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