Undergraduate Certificate in Criminal Justice

Locations: On Campus, Online

Total Credit Hours: 12

Next Session Start: May 11, 2026

The Undergraduate Certificate in Criminal Justice is an academic certificate, offering students the opportunity to earn a higher education credential that combines your interest in law enforcement with your love for justice. This certificate is ideal for individuals who may not otherwise consider a full degree program but wish to enhance their American criminal justice system knowledge.

Learn about the agencies and processes involved in the criminal justice administration.
Explore the nature and causation of crime and the treatment and prevention of crime.
Examine criminal law in the U.S., specific types of crimes, and criminal defense.

This undergraduate certificate does not include professional licensure.

Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in Criminal Justice is for lifelong learners who want to re-skill, up-skill, and get ahead with new credentials. Whether you’re seeking professional development or continuing education, Regent’s 100% online certificate programs will give you the priceless advantage of high-quality education from America’s premier Christian university. To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
CRJU 131	Introduction to Criminal Justice	3	Examines the American criminal justice system. Investigates the agencies and processes involved in the administration of criminal justice. Considers various approaches in defining, measuring, and controlling crime.
CRJU 220	Criminology	3	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.
CRJU 345	Criminal Law	3	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.
CRJU 380	Domestic & International Terrorism	3	Considers various approaches to understanding the nature and causation of terrorism. Considers the objectives of terrorism, modern terrorist groups and their strategy and tactics, and the role and limits of the criminal justice system in addressing terrorism.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

Admissions Requirements

Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Tuition & Fees

2026-27 Tuition Rates

Full-Time Students

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$415	12	$4,980
Biblical Studies	$415	12	$4,980
Business	$415	12	$4,980
Christian Ministry	$415	12	$4,980
Communication	$415	12	$4,980
Computer Science	$415	12	$4,980
Counseling	$415	12	$4,980
Criminal Justice	$415	12	$4,980
Cybersecurity	$415	12	$4,980
Finance	$415	12	$4,980
Government	$415	12	$4,980
Healthcare Studies	$415	12	$4,980
Human Resources	$415	12	$4,980
Information Systems	$415	12	$4,980
International Relations	$415	12	$4,980
Leadership Studies	$415	12	$4,980
Psychology	$415	12	$4,980

Part-Time Students

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$470	6	$2,820
Biblical Studies	$470	6	$2,820
Business	$470	6	$2,820
Christian Ministry	$470	6	$2,820
Communication	$470	6	$2,820
Computer Science	$470	6	$2,820
Counseling	$470	6	$2,820
Criminal Justice	$470	6	$2,820
Cyber Practitioner Preparation	$470	9	$4,230
Cybersecurity	$470	6	$2,820
Finance	$470	6	$2,820
Government	$470	6	$2,820
Healthcare Studies	$470	6	$2,820
Human Resources	$470	6	$2,820
Information Systems	$470	6	$2,820
International Relations	$470	6	$2,820
Leadership Studies	$470	6	$2,820
Psychology	$470	6	$2,820

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.

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