Best Criminal Justice Colleges in Ohio

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We have created a 2019 ranking of the best colleges in Ohio that offer Criminal Justice degrees to help you find a school that fits your needs. Each school's ranking is based on the compilation of our data from reliable government sources, student surveys, college graduate interviews, and editorial review. In addition, you can view our entire list of all 41 Criminal Justice schools located within Ohio. We also provide reviews, facts, and questions and answers for schools on our site and offer you access to get valuable information from colleges and universities today.

Best Criminal Justice Colleges in Ohio for 2019

Rank School Name Location Description   Rating
1 University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus offers 4 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a large public university in a large city. In 2015, 519 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 283 Master's degrees, 229 Bachelor's degrees, and 7 Doctoral degrees.

Based on 32 Reviews
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2 Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH

Kent State University at Kent offers 3 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a large public university in a large suburb. In 2015, 191 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 191 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 60 Reviews
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3 Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH

Youngstown State University offers 4 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a large public university in a small city. In 2015, 143 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 120 Bachelor's degrees, 15 Associate's degrees, and 8 Master's degrees.

Based on 12 Reviews
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4 University of Toledo Toledo, OH

University of Toledo offers 5 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a large public university in a large city. In 2015, 132 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 121 Bachelor's degrees, 11 Master's degrees.

Based on 12 Reviews
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5 Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH

Bowling Green State University-Main Campus offers 2 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a large public university in a outlying town. In 2015, 73 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 73 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 44 Reviews
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6 Xavier University Cincinnati, OH

Xavier University offers 4 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a medium sized private university in a large city. In 2015, 21 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 16 Bachelor's degrees, 5 Master's degrees.

Based on 16 Reviews
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7 University of Dayton Dayton, OH

University of Dayton offers 2 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a large private university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 32 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 32 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 44 Reviews
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8 Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH

Miami University-Oxford offers 1 Criminal Justice Degree program. It's a large public university in a outlying town.

Based on 68 Reviews
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9 Ohio Northern University Ada, OH

Ohio Northern University offers 2 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a medium sized private university in a outlying town. In 2015, 6 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 6 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 8 Reviews
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10 University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH

University of Akron Main Campus offers 3 Criminal Justice Degree programs. It's a large public university in a mid sized city. In 2015, 61 students graduated in the study area of Criminal Justice with students earning 61 Bachelor's degrees.

Based on 32 Reviews
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School Logo School Name Average tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH
3/5 		17 : 1 36,042
Kent State University at Kent Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH
3/5 		25 : 1 30,067
Youngstown State University Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH
3/5 		21 : 1 12,442
University of Toledo University of Toledo Toledo, OH
3/5 		25 : 1 20,377
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH
3/5 		22 : 1 16,908
Xavier University Xavier University Cincinnati, OH
5/5 		14 : 1 6,260
University of Dayton University of Dayton Dayton, OH
5/5 		16 : 1 11,250
Miami University-Oxford Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OH
3/5 		19 : 1 19,076
Ohio Northern University Ohio Northern University Ada, OH
5/5 		14 : 1 3,238
University of Akron Main Campus University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH
3/5 		23 : 1 23,101
University of Mount Union University of Mount Union Alliance, OH
5/5 		14 : 1 2,191
Ohio Dominican University Ohio Dominican University Columbus, OH
5/5 		20 : 1 2,534
Baldwin Wallace University Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH
5/5 		15 : 1 3,996
Bluffton University Bluffton University Bluffton, OH
5/5 		15 : 1 1,011
Central State University Central State University Wilberforce, OH
2/5 		16 : 1 1,804
University of Cincinnati-Clermont College University of Cincinnati-Clermont College Batavia, OH
2/5 		21 : 1 3,099
Wilmington College Wilmington College Wilmington, OH
5/5 		14 : 1 1,112
Zane State College Zane State College Zanesville, OH
2/5 		36 : 1 3,362
University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash, OH
2/5 		23 : 1 5,065
Lourdes University Lourdes University Sylvania, OH
4/5 		15 : 1 1,530
Kent State University at Stark Kent State University at Stark Canton, OH
2/5 		29 : 1 4,755
Urbana University Urbana University Urbana, OH
4/5 		32 : 1 2,042
Kent State University at Tuscarawas Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia, OH
2/5 		33 : 1 2,179
Bowling Green State University-Firelands Bowling Green State University-Firelands Huron, OH
2/5 		31 : 1 2,260
Kent State University at Ashtabula Kent State University at Ashtabula Ashtabula, OH
2/5 		35 : 1 2,288
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  • South University
    Program Descriptions
    • Legal Studies (BS)
    • Paralegal Studies (AS)
    Legal Studies (BS)
    The Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies degree program at South University provides students with a number of academic options. Individuals with an associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies, or those who are currently pursuing an associate’s degree in any major, may transfer into the Legal Studies bachelor’s degree program. Students with no prior paralegal education may take the full baccalaureate program.
    Paralegal Studies (AS)
    The Paralegal degree program is designed to provide educational training for individuals to serve as paralegals or legal assistants. The Paralegal degree consists of specialized course work and a supervised externship in selected legal settings such as law firms, real estate and title companies, banks and state or federal governmental agencies. Practical training from the South University Paralegal degree program prepares graduates working under the supervision of a licensed attorney to perform many tasks in a legal office, including but not limited to, interviewing clients and witnesses, preparing legal documents and otherwise assisting attorneys with the preparation of their cases.
  • Grand Canyon University
    Program Descriptions
    • B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in Legal Studies
    • B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in State and Local Public Policy
    • B.S. in Justice Studies
    • B.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management
    • M.S. in Leadership: Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership
    • Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Government and Policy
    B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in Legal Studies
    The fascinating and expansive arena of law represents diversity among academic backgrounds. From the paralegal professions to the demanding rigor of law school, the legal domain shares a common set of interdisciplinary themes that are essential for success in these disciplines. Rooted in the study of politics, policy and law, GCU's government degree in legal studies blends an interdisciplinary curriculum with communication, philosophy and business. It serves as a pre-law degree that offers a foundation in ethical leadership and the knowledge to excel in law school.
    B.A. in Government with an Emphasis in State and Local Public Policy
    As the 21st century drives us forward, a push toward greater transparency and effective governance reflects upon the standing of distinguished policy makers and administrators in the legislative branches. The age of information and the innovative, open forums of communication – blogs, social media and the internet as a whole – demand a comprehensive understanding of the political forces in this arena. The bachelor's degree in government for state and local public policy envisions strong political leadership, which improves and makes a difference in the lives of people in their communities. The program, which serves as an alternative to a political science degree, explores the scope of governance and democracy through patterns of political behavior.
    B.S. in Justice Studies
    Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies prepares students to enter careers in law enforcement, governmental and private agencies, research, social work, political science, and a variety of other fields. Graduates will be able to describe the components of the justice system from a systems perspective, including function, organization, issues, practices, and interrelationship of law enforcement agencies, the courts, and the corrections system.
    B.S. in Public Safety and Emergency Management
    Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Public Safety and Emergency Management program is a bachelor’s degree completion program that provides a theoretical and applied approach to the professional education of students, while ensuring relevance to the homeland security and public safety industries. The program emphasizes the fundamentals of emergency management while providing an interdisciplinary course of study in the skills and practices of emergency planning and management. Candidates for the degree include those working in or desirous of working in one of several fields, including emergency management, fire protection, emergency medical response, law enforcement, environmental health and safety, and other related fields. The program highlights the application of research methodology; the utilization of communication skills at the personal, professional, and public level; and the development of professional skills and knowledge in the fields of public safety and emergency management.
    M.S. in Leadership: Disaster Preparedness & Executive Fire Leadership
    Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Leadership with an Emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Executive Fire Leadership provides students with the skills to develop professionally and gain self-confidence in their own leadership styles. The program offers an opportunity for graduates of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program (NFA-EEOP) to complete a graduate degree. Students learn to integrate a conceptual foundation for an executive leadership role that emphasizes the immediate application of ethical and practical leadership skills as well as disaster preparation and crisis management. Environmental issues directly related to leadership skills development and content required of leaders in the area of emergency public safety and disaster preparedness will also be addressed.
    Master of Public Administration with an Emphasis in Government and Policy
    The Master of Public Administration with an emphasis in Government and Policy prepares students for careers in the public sector. The program is targeted at individuals working or desirous of finding employment in all levels of government. The core coursework gives students the opportunity to apply administrative skills in the areas of economics, leadership, human capital development, and governance within the public sector environment. Emphasis courses will challenge students to identify and provide solutions for the unique issues facing public sector organizations in the areas of financial management, inter-agency cooperation, policy and law.

Additional Criminal Justice Degree Facts for Ohio Schools

Ohio Schools offering online Criminal Justice degrees

Online Criminal Justice degrees are available at a variety of different schools with as many as 283 degrees earned at the most popular school. Read more below about all schools that have offered online Criminal Justice degrees. If you are interested learning more about getting a degree online, check out our page dedicated to online degree information.

Certificate
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Bachelor's
Master's
Doctoral
School Name Certificate Associate's Bachelor's Master's Doctoral
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus 0 0 0 283 0
University of Toledo 0 0 121 0 0
Youngstown State University 0 0 0 8 0
Miami-Jacobs Career College-Columbus 0 7 0 0 0
Xavier University 0 0 0 5 0
How many Ohio schools offer online Criminal Justice degrees?
  • 3 Associate's
  • 3 Bachelor's
  • 4 Master's

What Criminal Justice degree programs were earned in Ohio?

Degree Level Program Length Colleges Graduates
Associate's 2-year Length 30 Colleges 189 Graduates
Bachelor's 4-year Length 23 Colleges 950 Graduates
Doctoral 1-2 year Length 1 Colleges 7 Graduates
Master's 1+ years Length 7 Colleges 307 Graduates
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