Advance your career in America’s justice system
Today’s challenges are complex and reach deep into society.
Help keep your neighborhood, community and country safe with a degree in Criminal
Justice. NSCC’s Criminal Justice program and faculty prepare you for an entry-level
career in the criminal justice system, or can advance your education if you’re already
employed in the field. Explore 21st century challenges, including juvenile criminal
justice, police and society, and human psychology.
Estimated degree completion time.
Complete faster with winter intersession and summer classes
Choose this track if you’re pursuing your bachelor’s degree.
Choose this track if you’re pursuing your career path now.
Here's how to reach your goals
Earn college credits for college-level learning obtained outside of the classroom.
Your skills will be specific, proven and in-demand.
Enhance your education by integrating classroom study and work experience.

For the eleventh consecutive year, NSCC has received designation as a Military Friendly® School.
The designation honors the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools which are doing the most to embrace America’s military service members and veterans as students. Military Friendly® ratings and resources provide service members and their families with the information they need to make decisions about civilian careers and education opportunities.
Next Steps
Get in touch
If you have questions related to Admissions or completing NSCC's Application, please contact info@northshore.edu or call 978-762-4188.
If you have program advising-related questions, please contact criminaljustice@northshore.edu or call 781-477-2215.