Degrees in Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Are you looking to start your career or advance in your current position in the policing, criminal justice, security, or emergency management fields? Whatever your background, experience, age, or schedule may be, University College is committed to meet you where you and provide the services you need to help you get the education you need.
At UC, we serve all leaners. We work to remove barriers and create pathways toward success. Whether you are developing, changing, or furthering your career in the security and law enforcement fields, UC has a path for you.
RWU's University College offers two distinct degree programs in security and law enforcement. Earn your Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Policing, Public Safety, and Security or Criminal Justice to take the next step toward your career goals.
At UC, You Can
At University College, we want you to have a clear pathway to get you where you want to be. Each program is specifically designed with your goals in mind.
Our professors are well-connected industry leaders who are active in their fields and prepared to leverage their experience to help you succeed.
"My interactions with police officers in the classroom builds off of my police career. We are able to discuss a lot of the current issues we are facing and exchange ideas. "
Edward Cunanan ’08 '13M, Captain, Woonsocket Police Department, Woonsocket, RI
More: UC Adjunct Professor Captain Edward Cunanan brings experience to the classroom
With one-on-one guidance from your advisor, you'll combine your prior learning with our flexible schedules and requirements to create a personalized approach to your degree.
Curriculum Highlights
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Career Goals
Policing, Public Safety, and Security may be the program for you if you are you looking to:
- Advance your career to administrative or executive roles in the justice system?
- Work in the field of community resilience and recovery from natural and humanmade disasters?
- Organize and manage security at large scale events and important locations?
- Maximize your prior training and experience in the field?
Check out our Criminal Justice program if you are looking to:
- Advance your career to administrative or executive roles in the justice system?
- Go on to law school?
- Work in legal research?
Job Opportunities
You might be interested in Policing, Public Safety, and Security if you are working or seeking employment as a:
- Police Officer
- Correctional Officer
- Private Security Officer
- Emergency Management /National Security Official
- Federal, State, or Local government administrator
- Military Service Member
- Community Organizer
You might be interested in Criminal Justice if you are working or seeking employment as a:
- Police Officer
- Correctional Officer
- Private Security Officer
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Embeddable Certificates
Certificates that may be embedded into the major and free elective portions of all three degree programs include:
- Community Development
- Community Policing
- Corporate Communication
- Corrections Agency Administration
- Environmental & Occupational Health and Safety
- Gerontology
- Health Services Administration
- Homeland Security
- Municipal Management
- Police Agency Administration
- Public Safety
Individualized Support, More Affordable
At University College, you get the individualized attention of a private university at a more affordable cost. There are multiple options for financial aid, scholarships, and accelerated paths to get you to the degree you need. Some programs run by Roger Williams are awarded by simply applying for admission, while others are awarded to students through a more formal aid application process.
This program is eligible for reimbursement from municipalities. Talk to your HR team to find out more.
To ensure full consideration for all aid programs, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Tuition Costs & Fees: A valuable education you can afford
- Financing Your Education: Filling out the FAFSA
- Do You Live in Central Falls, Cranston, East Providence, Foster, Glocester, or Pawtucket? Ask about RWU's lower-cost tuition agreements for residents of these communities.
- Military: We can help you navigate the application process for tuition assistance, GI Bill benefits, and other tuition benefits, which include waived application fee and discounted tuition rates for service members and spouses, as well as financial aid.
- Employers & Municipalities: Many employers, including municipalities, will reimburse tuition costs. Ask your HR team for details about your benefits.
Interested?
Want to learn more? Do you have questions? Are you ready to apply?
An Expert Advisor
Each matriculating student is assigned an expert advisor to help navigate the UC experience each step of the way. Meet Captain Sean Parker, UC Adjunct Professor and Criminal Justice Advisor.
