Bachelor of Science in Corrections Overview
With a bachelor’s degree in corrections, you can enhance your career options and opportunities within the increasingly competitive corrections field. Curriculum in this corrections degree program offers a comprehensive study that includes:
- Foundational classes such as composition, math, and sociology
- Courses on legal aspects of corrections, leadership within corrections, offender treatment, and rehabilitation
- Study of operational and technological aspects of corrections and the day-to-day operations and functions of the criminal justice system
Developed by Industry Leaders
The program was developed with the help of industry leaders who are active participants in organizations such as the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). ACJS is a national organization focused on developing best practices within criminal justice and has established standards on which Purdue Global’s curriculum is based. Please note, this program is not endorsed by ACJS.*
Professors are skilled corrections professionals who bring real-world knowledge to the courses they teach.
See the University Catalog for policy and degree plan information specific to this program.
Note: At this time, residents of Minnesota may not enroll in this program.