Strayer University-District of Columbia
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Field of study · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Washington
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
Fall 2027
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Course Overview
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration at Strayer University-District of Columbia in Washington, District of Columbia, United States is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Criminal justice graduates enter the police, probation and prison service, border force, security consultancy and the voluntary sector, often combining study with relevant professional service experience.
Student life (indicative)
Washington offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.
The University at a Glance
Undergraduate Population
156
Staff Ratio
47.0:1
Career Prospects
Avg Starting Salary
£21,674
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
University Life
Urban
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
156
Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
Staff Ratio
47:1
Students per staff
Campus at a Glance
Campus Type
Urban
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
6.5/10
Transport
Excellent (direct city or on-campus rail, major airport nearby)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Washington offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.
- Washington offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene.
- A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.
What Students Love
- World-class museums & galleries
- Historic city & heritage
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Avg Starting Salary
£21,674
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Criminal justice graduates enter the police, probation and prison service, border force, security consultancy and the voluntary sector, often combining study with relevant professional service experience.
- Criminal justice graduates enter the police, probation and prison service, border force, security consultancy and the voluntary sector, often combining study with relevant professional service experience.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Education
- Healthcare
- Non-profit
Study Abroad Opportunities
N
- N
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the most expensive student cities in the US — budget $2,675/month (housing $1,650 alone, plus $520 food and $185 transport). DC's costs are high but proximity to federal agencies, think-tanks and international organisations is unmatched.
- One of the most expensive student cities in the US — budget $2,675/month (housing $1,650 alone, plus $520 food and $185 transport).
- DC's costs are high but proximity to federal agencies, think-tanks and international organisations is unmatched.