Tuition and Payment Options

Online Criminal Justice Degree Tuition

Take the first steps towards a career in the law enforcement field with our online Criminal Justice Degree. With low-cost tuition and affordable payment plan options, you can get started today!

Criminal Justice

Bachelor's Degree

2 months per semester

As low as $69/mo

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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 $13,000 - $13,600* 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.³ You can get started today.

 

Depending on where you live, you may be charged taxes in addition to the total cost of your program.

Enrollment Requirements

  • Age - 14
  • 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?

Mobile-friendly coursework

Interactive course content

Digital textbooks and study materials

Unlimited student support

Career services

Option 1: Pay semester in full

Save up to $500 Ends 12/30/2024

First Semester1

$1,399

$1,899 Save $500

  • Best price. Best value.
  • Pay the full cost today
  • No monthly payments
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Option 2: Monthly Auto Pay Plan

First Semester1

$1,899

  • Pay $69 per month
  • Start for $20 down
  • All major credit and debit cards accepted
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Option 3: Monthly Mail Pay Plan

First semester1

$1,899

  • Pay $69 per month
  • Start for $39 down
  • Mail your payments
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California residents please click here for Required California Disclosures.

Need more info or ready to enroll?

We're here to help. Call 1-800-471-3232 (9AM - 9PM ET)

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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 Cancellation Policy and Refund Policy pages.


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.

Tuition FAQ

Is the tuition listed on the page for the entire Criminal Justice Bachelor's Degree? 

No, the above tuition is for semester one only. The Criminal Justice B.S. Degree is an eight semester program with each semester having its own pricing. The B.S. in Criminal Justice consists of 121 credits (Semester One: 14 credits; Semester Two: 15 credits; Semester Three: 16 credits; Semester Four: 15 credits; Semester Five: 15 credits; Semester Six: 15 credits; Semester Seven: 15 credits; Semester Eight: 16 credits). Penn Foster College reserves the right to adjust tuition and fees in subsequent semesters. In addition, a non-refundable shipping and handling fee of $65 for each semester will be charged.

Do I have to pay off my full semester one tuition before moving on to my next semester? 

No! If you've chosen a monthly payment plan for your online health care management classes and are still making payments when you complete semester one, your tuition balance will be rolled into the tuition total for your next semester. This can increase the cost of your monthly payments. 

 

Need more info or ready to enroll?

We're here to help. Call 1-800-471-3232 (9AM - 9PM ET)

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1 Depending on where you live, you may be charged taxes in addition to the total cost of your program.

2 Price is subject to change.

3 The first payment match program applies to the monthly auto and mail pay options and varies by program.