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Earn Your Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice Online

Begin your education journey in criminal justice studies with an online Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice from American Military University (AMU). This online program empowers you with solid understanding about legal issues, law enforcement objectives, administrative functions, and the impact of terrorism.

The program is taught by faculty with real-world experience in local, state, and federal government; public safety agencies; the military; and corrections. You will learn amongst student peers, many sharing their experience from law enforcement, public safety, and homeland security roles.

The AA in Criminal Justice provides valuable skills and techniques commonly employed in many criminal justice and related organizations. This program also serves as a foundation for AMU’s Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Arts degrees in Criminal Justice.

AMU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times. At AMU, there are no entrance exams and classes start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule. Ask us about transfer credit opportunities to help you save time and money in completing your degree.

AMU Criminal Justice programs have not been approved by any state professional licensing body and the programs do not lead to any state-issued professional licensure.


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* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families are eligible for our Preferred Military Rate, which is $250 per credit hour for both undergraduate and master’s-level programs. Eligible family members include parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents.

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All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists are eligible for our Preferred Military Rate, which is $250 per credit hour for both undergraduate and master’s-level programs. Military family members, including parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents are also eligible for the Preferred Military Rate.

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A University That's Got Your Six

Our roots are in the military, but we are open to all. Here’s why 135,000+ have chosen AMU.

Convenient

Our online courses feature weekly class schedules with no set login times. Our mobile app expands your access.

Efficient

Finish faster and save. Associate degree students can transfer up to 45 credits for military service, previous academic coursework, and job experience.

Personalized

Our undergraduate classes average 18 students, so you won’t feel lost in the crowd.

Relevant

Get career-relevant knowledge from faculty who bring their experience from government, Fortune 500 companies, healthcare, defense agencies, technology firms, and the military.

Supportive

All students have access to our advisors who are available seven days a week, as well as our robust catalog of mental health resources, including TalkCampus, a real-time, professionally monitored peer support app.

Accredited

Part of American Public University System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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