Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Criminal Justice Emphasis
The Bachelor of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in criminal justice trains adult learners in theories and methods of psychology and criminal justice. Students will study the criminal justice system, juvenile delinquency, corrections, criminal law and deviance. The curriculum focuses on criminal behavior, social dynamics, sociological analysis of the youth offender, and criminal law. Principles and strategies of counseling children and adolescents are also examined. Biblical course work enables students to apply psychological principles from a Christian perspective.

Your professors bring years of experience in the criminal justice system and provide excellent teaching of both theory and practice. The Bachelor of Science in Psychology trains adult learners in theories and methods of psychology and counseling. The program meets the needs of individuals interested in helping professions or those who are pursuing graduate training.

Including your previously earned college credits, the Bachelor of Science in Psychology is granted upon completion of 125 credits in core curriculum, major requirements, and electives. A minimum of 30 credits and half of your upper-level credits must be earned at Northwestern.

General education and elective credit information is listed after Psychology–Criminal Justice requirements below. For complete course descriptions see the catalog.

Electives (42 credits)

Need General Education and/or Elective credits?
There are several ways to earn elective credits. Talk to your FOCUS admission counselor about the following options:

If you have previously earned college credit, talk with your FOCUS admissions counselor about a free transcript evaluation.