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Online, Evening & Campus Degree Programs
Are you interested in a career in criminal justice, government or public administration or looking to position yourself to potentially advance in this field? A bachelor's or master's degree from GCU can help you get there. Learn from knowledgeable faculty members in both campus and online settings and join a classroom of like-minded students.
Online, Evening & Campus Degree Programs
Grand Canyon University's online programs offer flexibility, providing a quality education to help you navigate today's complex world.
Bachelor's Degree Programs
Choose from a diverse selection of bachelor's programs and tailor your social science or justice studies degree to your interests. History, government and sociology are just a few of our many degrees and emphases available to you.
Master's Degree Programs
Potentially position yourself to advance your career and gain specialized field knowledge with a criminal justice, government or public administration master’s degree. Prepare yourself to implement your degree into your career through gaining relevant skills.
Online Learning
GCU's online degree programs offer flexibility, providing a quality education to help you navigate today's complex world. Backed by the legacy of our traditional campus, GCU is an accredited university with dynamic academic programs, informed by industry and student learning outcomes. We also create opportunities to develop and reward the broader educational community through educational alliances.
- Knowledgeable Faculty
Benefit from knowledgeable faculty members and adjunct instructors who are invested in you. - Flexibility
Online courses offer flexibility and convenience for working professionals and students with busy schedules. - Affordability
GCU offers an affordable online tuition rate to encourage higher learning. - Connection
Our online degrees are designed to foster communication and connectivity through discussion boards and projects.
GCU has continually earned institutional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1968.
Accredited
GCU is a missional, Christ-centered university with an innovative and adaptive spirit that addresses the world’s deep needs by cultivating compassionate Christian community, empowering free and virtuous action and serving others in ways that promote human flourishing.
Our Mission
Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona. We are dedicated to helping our students change their lives through education. We offer a wide range of programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels that you can earn on campus and online. Our knowledgeable faculty and staff will be with you every step of the way to help you reach your goals.
University Snapshot
BS in Justice Studies
The Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies program offers a comprehensive look at the nature of justice and injustice, preparing yourself to pursue a career serving and protecting others.
BA in Government: Legal Studies
The Bachelor of Arts in Government with an Emphasis in Legal Studies can help you prepare to take on challenges in the criminal or civil law fields, offering a pathway that combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on application, giving you a deeper understanding of the foundations of American government and law.
MS in Criminal Justice:
Law Enforcement
The Master of Science in Criminal Justice with an Emphasis in Law Enforcement degree can help you position yourself for a potential career in law enforcement, studying crime prevention, contemporary crime trends and risk management in policing.
GCU's Featured Degrees
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