The Southern University System has a diverse enrollment and is a leader in graduate and undergraduate level education through quality four-year, graduate, professional, and research programs among its five Louisiana campuses. Southern University is among the top producers of diverse graduates in combined disciplines of engineering, technology, business, computer science, nursing, and mathematics. Widespread accomplishments of Southern University faculty and alumni have positively impacted society at every level.

With a strong foundation, a proven record of achievement, and a fresh vision for the future, Southern University's charge to advance the mission of its founders' remains at the heart of our administrators, faculty, students, and alumni.

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (BSCJ)

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Program prepares students for careers in the sub-agencies of the criminal justice system and for continued education in professional and graduate schools. National and international themes related to contemporary challenges to the police, courts, and corrections are among those studied and explored in theory and in practice through a diverse curriculum. The Criminal Justice Program seeks to educate students in the skills required for a successful professional career.

These skills include: critic thinking, the ability to communicate thoughts effectively in oral and written form, research methods, statistical and data analysis, and computer technology. In addition, the program teaches students to use ethical behavior in applying the knowledge acquired to factual situations and problems.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ)

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Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA)

The Online Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration. This program is designed specifically for those who already have professional and public sector experience, who are striving for a higher level of education which may provide more opportunities to grow, to work and serve in the public sector.

An EMPA applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a minimum 2.7 cumulative undergraduate G.P.A., though a G.P.A. of 3.0 is preferred.

Applicants must have at least five years of professional/managerial experience (middle-to-upper level managerial experience), with at least three years in the public sector (government and/or non-profit organization). Middle-to-upper level managerial experience includes public sector and non-profit related experience positions such as, but not limited to, directors, assistant directors, high-level technical staff, senior managers, project/program managers.

HOW TO GET STARTED:
Speak with an admissions advisor by calling 866-895-8019

Southern University Facts

A historically black college located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The Baton Rouge campus is located on Scott’s Bluff overlooking the Mississippi River in the northern section of the City of Baton Rouge. The city parish has a population of more than 500,000 and serves as a cultural, political, educational, and industrial center for South Louisiana. The campus encompasses 512 acres, with an agricultural experimental station on an additional 372-acre site, located five miles north of the main campus.

More facts can be found at http://www.subr.edu/