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USA, South Dakota
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1862
Total Students: 9,464 +
Main Campus Address
414 E Clark St, Vermillion, SD 57069, United States
As a criminal justice major at USD, you will gain the knowledge and experiences you need for a career in the criminal justice system. Criminal justice majors are committed to careers in public service and focused on ensuring their fellow citizens are treated fairly and compassionately by the criminal justice system. Our award-winning faculty bring considerable experience as probation or correction officers, prosecutors, public defenders and police officers at every level of government, so you can have confidence that you are learning from qualified and experienced leaders as you prepare for your career or an advanced degree.
Whether you see yourself working in law firms, federal agencies, child welfare, private investigation, community programs, national defense, police stations or another area of criminal justice, our program will set you up for success. Position yourself for a successful career in criminal justice and explore all facets of the system as a criminal justice major.
Criminal Justice
A degree in criminal justice prepares you for careers in the criminal justice system, from litigation to national defense and everything in between.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
14 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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aug 2024 | Closed | |
jan 2025 | Closed | |
aug 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Program Level: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: 48 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 12,942
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
Program Level: Master's Degree
Duration: 24 months
Tuition Fee: CAD 12,768
English Requirement: IELTS TOEFL PTE DUOLINGO
Work Permit:
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