Degree Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree with a concentration in Homeland Security offers a comprehensive, practice-based education covering law enforcement, corrections, the court system, and private security in the United States. This program equips students with the skills needed to address crime and other threats to community and national security. By integrating theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, students are prepared to identify, analyze, and mitigate various security threats, ensuring the safety and stability of society.
The Homeland Security concentration focuses on preparing students for fields protecting the nation from terrorism and other threats. Through a combination of criminal justice and homeland security coursework, students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to analyze security risks, implement countermeasures, and respond to emergencies. The program emphasizes understanding the role of intelligence, critical infrastructure protection, and emergency management in homeland security.
Through ECPI University’s year-round accelerated schedule, students can earn a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Homeland Security in as few as 2.5 years.
ECPI University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees. ECPI University also offers credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
