Keep your community safe as a criminal justice leader
Mercer University’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership is designed for those who wish to play a significant role in establishing safe communities. The criminal justice leadership program inspires students to think critically, make ethical decisions, and act professionally. Program benefits include service-based learning, field experiences, and a friendly transfer credit policy. Students can connect theory with practice to gain a better understanding of the criminal justice system.
The program prepares graduates to demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of the philosophical, theoretical, and structural aspects of criminal justice. Students in the B.S. in Criminal Justice Leadership program may be eligible to continue their education through Mercer’s Special Consideration Program and gain special consideration, waive the application fee, and receive a double bear scholarship for the M.S. in Criminal Justice and Public Safety Leadership program.
Designed for busy and working adults
We understand that there are many demands on your time, so we design classes with that in mind. There are two eight-week terms during the fall and spring semesters, and one eight-week and one four-week term available during the summer semester. Mercer admits students to the program five times per year in January, March, May, August, and October.
Pursue the B.S. in Criminal Justice Leadership in a way that fits your schedule:
- Online: Complete the B.S. in Criminal Justice Leadership completely online.
- On Campus: Courses are available at Mercer’s Atlanta, Douglas County, Henry County, and Macon locations. Students can take two classes, meeting one night per week, enabling them to maintain a comfortable work-life balance.
- Blended: Some classes are offered in a blended combination of online and face-to-face meetings.
Consider an exciting career in criminal justice
Individuals who complete Mercer’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Leadership program can consider positions such as:
- Correctional Treatment Specialist
- Criminal Investigator
- Criminal Profiler
- FBI Agent
- Forensic Examiner
- Fraud Investigator
- Information Security Analyst
- Intelligence Analyst
- Law Enforcement Officer
- Paralegal
- Private Investigator
- Probation or Parole Officer
- Specialty Court Case Manager
- Victim Advocate
- Youth Correctional Officer
Public Safety Response to Mental Illness Certificate
Students interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice can choose to obtain the Public Safety Response to Mental Illness certificate. This credential is designed for public safety students in the Leadership Studies Department and can be earned in tandem with Mercer’s B.S. in Criminal Justice Leadership.
Learn more about our Criminal Justice Leadership major
- Program Requirements
- Course Descriptions
- Admissions
- Tuition and Aid
- Transferring Credits
- Meet the Faculty
- Outside the Classroom
Ready to take the next step?
Schedule your personalized admissions counseling appointment, or contact the Office of University Admissions at 877.840.8599 or enroll@mercer.edu for more information.
I chose Mercer because of the connection to the community at large through alumni, stakeholders, and the aspect of global citizenry in its mission. Mercer’s evening public safety program provides relevant coursework, professional staff, small class sizes, and a genuine interest in the growth of the student.
The program expanded my knowledge and prepared me to face any challenges in my path. The combination of leadership and criminal justice courses have helped me continue to grow in my career with my police department.
Meet Our Professors
Dedicated and passionate faculty ensure graduates of the Criminal Justice Leadership program are able to demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of the philosophical, theoretical, and structural aspects of the criminal justice system.
Outside the Classroom
Alpha Phi Sigma is a criminal justice national honor society that recognizes and promotes academic excellence, community service, educational leadership, and unity. The society recognizes academic excellence by undergraduates and graduate students who study in this field.