Eastern Kentucky University Online

Eastern Kentucky University is a nationally recognized public university that is ranked among the nation’s best colleges and has been educating students for more than a century. EKU has received numerous honors, including being named one of the best online colleges in the nation and one of the most veteran-friendly universities. We have offered online degree programs since 2006 in an effort to make quality education accessible to everyone. Today, EKU Online offers more than 100 options in various areas of study in a flexible and convenient online format that allows students to work full time or juggle other life priorities while earning their college degree or certificate.


The need for trained professionals to navigate our complex criminal justice system has never been greater. Continue to pursue your goals and prepare yourself to take on leadership roles in the field with Eastern Kentucky University’s 100% online criminal justice degree and certificate programs.


Choose between multiple program options to help you advance your career:

• Associate of Arts in Police Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
• Bachelor of Science in Police Studies
• Bachelor of Science in Corrections & Juvenile Justice Studies
• Master of Science in Criminal Justice Policy & Leadership
• Certificate in Correctional Intervention Strategies
• Certificate in Juvenile Justice

As an EKU Online student, you will benefit from:

• Free textbooks for undergraduate students
• Generous credit transfer policy
• Free application
• Accelerated 8-week terms
• Free online tutoring and career services assistance
• Study anytime, from anywhere
• Personal advisors stay with you from application to graduation