The Lamar University Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, available as a residential or online program, is designed to merge academic knowledge with applied experience. The program offers courses encompassing a variety of components that prepare you for career entry, promotion, federal employment and/or graduate study. The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at Lamar University offers online and face-to-face course options to better fit your schedule. The department also helps you with the placement of internships in the area of your interest. This degree is an option for you if you are considering higher education in criminal justice. In addition to the high academic credentials of our faculty, many have worked as police officers or correctional staff and have years of practice in criminal law. Sharing classroom time with faculty can integrate the textbook material with professional practice and provide insight into the justice system.