Online Criminal Justice Degree Tuition

Total Cost

Pricing is for the first semester of an eight semester program. The total cost of the Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice tuition will be $8,900 - $10,900* depending on which payment plan you choose for your first semester tuition.² The cost per semester is based on a price of up to $112 per credit. The total credits and the cost per credit are subject to change per semester. Program cost does not reflect any prior-earned eligible credits you may transfer in or credits awarded through a Prior Learning Assessment.

*The difference between the payment options is the dollar amount the credit will cost you for selecting a monthly payment plan versus paying in full.

Choose from one of our customized payment options below or call for details on our first payment match program.¹ You can get started today.

Enrollment Requirements

• Age - 17
• Education - High School Diploma or GED
• Technology Requirements - You will need access to high-speed internet to begin your program. In addition, you will need access to a Microsoft® Windows® based computer running Windows 10® or later or an Apple® Mac® computer running macOS® Sierra Version 11.2 or later, Microsoft® Office 2019 or Microsoft 365® and an email account to complete this program with Penn Foster.
  
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• Skills Assessments: Students must successfully pass a skills assessment in basic math and reading to access their college courses.

What’s included?

Transfer Credits

To have previous coursework considered for transfer credits, contact the college you attended and request for your official transcript(s) to be sent to Penn Foster College for evaluation. 

• Minimum grade of "C" required for transfer credit.
• Approved transfer credits will be deducted from your tuition.

Read more about Penn Foster College's credit transfer policy.

Refund Policy

At Penn Foster, we continue to develop new ways to expand and improve student satisfaction. However, if the Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree isn't the right fit for you or you are not satisfied with your experience, we do offer a refund policy. If you cancel within the first 6 days of enrollment you will receive a full refund. After the first 6 days your refund amount will be based on:

• Lessons completed
• Tuition collected
• Enrollment date

For more information, visit Penn Foster’s refund policy page.

Learn even more by viewing a sample enrollment agreement. 

Military Benefits

Penn Foster recognizes those who serve in the military. We have special offers for active duty military, veterans and their spouses for many Penn Foster programs, including the Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree. Please call 1-888-427-2900 to speak with an Admissions Specialist for more details and eligibility requirements.

If you are interested in using your MyCAA benefits, please call 1-800-238-9554 to speak to an Admissions Specialist for more information or to enroll.