Step 1 – Submit an Application for Admission
Freshman applicants have two ways to apply:
1) NSU Shark Select International Application, or
2) The Common Application
Step 2 – Submit Secondary School/Post-Secondary Credentials
You will need to send original or certified copies of your home country’s credentials as part of your application. You must also submit a copy of any terminating or qualifying examination results or certificates if applicable.
Students who have earned CXC or O-level certificates, HSC, BGCSE and CAPE must provide five passing scores in academic subjects and proof of secondary school completion.
All documents written in a foreign language must be accompanied by a notarized/certified English translation. Please note that both documents are required—the original in your first language and the English translation.
Please see “Examinations” for possible college credit for certain examinations.
For students with Post-Secondary Credentials (Transfer Students)
If your university course work was completed outside of the United States, you must have your transcript evaluated by a NACES accredited organization. A list of these organizations can be found at http://naces.org/members.html. Please ensure the degree and course equivalencies along with the grade point average (GPA) are included in the evaluation.
Step 3 – Submit Proof of English Language Proficiency
We require proof of English proficiency from ALL student unless they are from these countries – Commonwealth Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, Australia or New Zealand. Exceptions can be made with Skype interviews.
Students for whom their high school education was NOT at an English speaking institution or for whom English is NOT their native language, must be able to demonstrate adequate English skills by submitting one of the following:
Proof of English language proficiency with a passing score on one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79 on the Internet-based test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS*): 6.0 or higher on the test module
Duolingo Test of English: 105 or higher
Pearson Test of English-Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 54 or higher
iTep Academic (International Test of English Proficiency): Overall score of 3.9 or higher
Passing Level 9 from TALK International
Completion and passing of ELS Level 112 Intensive Program English for Academic Purposes
SAT verbal scores of 520 or above, or ACT English score of 20
Crime prevention. Law enforcement. Public service. You can explore these topics and more while studying for a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.
Explore the questions surrounding crime, punishment, and rehabilitation in your criminal justice major. Criminology, the theoretical basis of criminal justice, provides insight into human motivations and the forces behind aberrant and destructive behaviors.
What you’ll study
You'll delve into case studies of crime as you learn constitutional issues, theories of crime causation, and the history and structure of the criminal justice system. You'll explore the rapidly expanding fields of law enforcement, courtroom services, corrections, and Homeland Security. Gain real-world knowledge of current law and policy.
How you’ll learn more
Nova Southeastern University programs in criminal justice are comprehensive and reach the highest degree possible. This rigorous academic environment gives you advantages over more limited programs. NSU's partnerships with dozens of organizations mean exceptional community-based opportunities.
Where it can take you
Police officers are highly visible on the front lines, but you may choose one of the many behind-the-scenes roles of criminal justice. With a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, you can create your own path in fields such as security and criminal investigation, or follow a more traditional role in the courts. Your graduate school options include continuation in criminal justice, law school, and other social service degrees.
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CAREERS
Criminal justice is a career-oriented major focusing upon the relationships among crime, the criminal justice system, and society as a whole.
Graduates of this program can become leaders in a variety of professional positions, including:
Correctional Administrator, Counselor, Officer
Court Administrator
Court Administrator
Court Counselor
Crime Scene Technician
Criminal Justice Educator / Researcher
Criminal Justice Planner / Evaluator
Criminal Justice Program Analyst
Juvenile Court Counselor / After-Care Worker
Law Enforcement / Police Officer (Federal, State, Local)
Parole Officer
Pre-Sentence Investigator
Private Security Officer / Investigator
Probation Officer
Re-Sentence Investigator
Social Worker
Student Health Insurance Fee: 2146 USD per year
