Mountain State University

Along with a relaxed campus atmosphere and a full range of helpful services, you'll find professionally oriented programs in business and technology, health and human services, traditional arts and sciences, and graduate studies all at MSU. You'll find everything you need to be successful, whether you're planning to study on Beckley's main campus, at one of MSU's branch campuses, a community classroom site, or in a distance education program.

Why would you select a BA or AS in Criminal Justice?

Does the chance to make the world a better place combined with professional opportunity define your idea of success? A career in criminal justice may be your path if you are concerned with justice and social issues, and would like to make a difference. You can earn an associate or bachelors degree from the convenience of your home or office with Mountain State University's online criminal justice programs for maximum convenience.

The current focus on homeland security and the increasing need for law enforcement personnel made Criminal Justice an ever changing and dynamic profession. The profession is also changing and growing along with the development of new technologies. An MSU criminal justice degree, whether earned online or in classroom-based study, offers you the opportunity to pursue any field of study that deals which police, courts, corrections, or homeland security, whether you're a seasoned professional looking to advance your career, or someone new to the field.

What fields can I study at Mountain State University?

• Homeland security: One of three criminal justice concentrations with classes offered on campus and online. With this specialty you will receive training for law enforcement responses to issues such as incidents, disasters, and crisis management.
• Police Science:Concentrating on making a scientific approach to managing crime scenes and administratively managing law enforcement agencies. If you have an aptitude for leadership, then criminal justice may be the career for you.
• Corrections Management: This interdisciplinary concentration is ideal for those who plan to pursue a leadership position in corrections agencies, jails, or prisons.

Both online classes and classroom based studies are offered by MSU to earn credit toward an associate degree in criminal justice.

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