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Doctor of Criminal Justice (DCJ) – General
Inspire and Lead Law Enforcement Agencies with Liberty’s Online Doctor of Criminal Justice – General Degree
Liberty University’s 100% online Doctor of Criminal Justice – General can help you pursue senior leadership positions in law enforcement and prepare you to serve your community with uncompromised excellence. At Liberty, you can earn a professional doctorate online and network with industry experts from the comfort of home – all while maintaining your personal commitments.
This degree program is taught by esteemed law enforcement professionals who have terminal degrees. You can be confident that you’re receiving a quality education as you learn from the real-world experience of distinguished criminal justice authorities. By partnering with Liberty for your Doctor of Criminal Justice degree, you won’t just have the opportunity to earn a terminal degree – you’ll be able to gain an invaluable credential that can help you take your career to new heights.
What is the difference between a Doctor of Criminal Justice and a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice?
Our Doctor of Criminal Justice and Ph.D. in Criminal Justice both have the same curriculum; however, our Ph.D. in Criminal Justice has a dissertation. Our Doctor of Criminal Justice has a research capstone project and is more applied in nature. For this reason, the Doctor of Criminal Justice is considered a professional degree and is more geared toward the applications of criminal justice in a variety of forums including think tanks, government agencies, and even academia.
Our Ph.D. program is also geared toward those who want to make a difference in the criminal justice field and may appeal to those who desire to enter directly into academia or research-based professions. Whether you decide to pursue a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice or a Doctor of Criminal Justice, you can be confident that you are receiving a world-class education.
What Will You Study in Liberty University’s Doctor of Criminal Justice – General?
- Advanced corrections policy
- How to anticipate and mitigate organized crime
- Terrorism, intelligence, and how to protect your community from terrorist threats
This degree program is designed with your success in mind. The skills you can gain from our Doctor of Criminal Justice – General can serve you well in law enforcement leadership and academia alike. At Liberty, you can learn to lead criminal justice organizations in a professional and ethical manner while earning your community’s respect.
Potential Careers for Doctor of Criminal Justice Graduates
- Crime scene investigator unit manager
- Prison warden
- Professor
- Public policy advisor
- Sheriff
Benefits of Pursuing Your Doctor of Criminal Justice with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete this Doctor of Criminal Justice program in as little as 3 years!
Military Tuition Discount
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want — at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Here’s how:
- If you’re earning or have earned a master’s degree through Liberty, you automatically qualify for the low price (when you begin within 2 years of your master’s completion).
- If you haven’t earned a graduate degree through Liberty, our Executive Certificate program allows you to pay only $300/credit hour for a postgraduate certificate that can stand alone or potentially count as the first 21 hours of a related doctoral degree. Then pay just $300/credit hour for your doctorate. Learn more!
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Credit Hours
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 13, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Maximize Your Time
- 100% online programs at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral level.*
- Earn credit for prior learning.
- Transfer in up to 75% of a bachelor’s degree.
- Transfer in up to 50% of a master’s degree.
* excludes licensure, certification, and some doctoral programs
Your goals on your time
We are committed to helping you achieve your goals and complete your degree as quickly as possible. One of our admissions counselors is ready to assist you with starting the process.
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Why Choose Liberty University?
Prepare for a Career
Go from merely surviving in your current job to thriving in the career of your dreams.
Enjoy Flexible Courses
Complete assignments at your own pace, at a time convenient to you within each week.
Access Academic Support
Access our electronic and print resources through the Jerry Falwell Library, writing resources, study aids, and IT support.
Grow in Your Faith
Each of our programs is grounded in biblical principles, and our professors consider teaching to be more than a job – it’s their calling.
Liberty’s online courses give you the ability to choose when and where you study.
Financing Options
Financial Aid
87% of all Liberty students in an online program are awarded financial aid.
Tuition Discounts
Available for military service members, including active duty, reserve, veterans, and their spouses, as well as emergency response personnel.
Corporate Tuition Assistance
Deferred – If your company reimburses you for the cost of your education, you submit your grades to your employer who pays you, and then you pay for your classes.
Other Payment Options are Available
Contact one of our admissions counselors for more information by calling (800) 424-9595.
An Accredited Private Education Made for You
As a nonprofit university, we have been pioneering distance education since 1985 and offer a unique and proven approach to online education.
Along with our advanced accreditations, we also have been recognized by the following organizations for our excellence in education.
Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.