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Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Bachelor's degree, Law and justice. State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego, Oswego, New York, United States.

Level
Bachelor's degree
Field
Law and justice
School
State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego
Location
Oswego, New York, United States
Tuition (first year)
16,980 USD
Application fee
50 USD
Earliest intake
Not listed
Living costs (school estimate)
14,213 USD a year
School type
Public

Program overview

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice is a bachelor's degree program in law and justice at State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego, a public institution in Oswego, New York, United States, founded in 1861.

First-year tuition is listed at 16,980 USD and the application fee at 50 USD.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 31,243 USD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Costs differ sharply between public and private schools and between states. The I-20 states the school's estimate of tuition and living costs, and your funds evidence should match it. Read the school's cost page and the official student visa pages for the fees that apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (USD)
Tuition, first year16,980 USD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)14,213 USD
Application fee (one time)50 USD
Estimated first-year total31,243 USD

How the tuition compares in the United States

Our directory lists 365 bachelor's degree programs in law and justice at 175 schools in the United States. Their median first-year tuition is 30,674 USD, and the middle half cost between 22,238 USD and 39,100 USD.

At 16,980 USD, Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice is 45% below the median, in the most affordable quarter. The full range runs from 8,838 USD to 59,018 USD.

Lower-cost bachelor's degree options in law and justice

If budget matters, these bachelor's degree programs in law and justice have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United States.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal JusticeMinnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), Moorhead8,838 USD
Bachelor of Science - CriminologyUniversity of Central Arkansas, Conway10,040 USD
Bachelor of Science - Justice AdministrationSouthwest Minnesota State University, Marshall10,122 USD
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice AdministrationCalifornia State University, Dominguez Hills, Carson10,656 USD
Bachelor of Arts - CriminologySouth Dakota State University - Brookings, Brookings11,283 USD
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology and Criminal JusticeSouthern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale12,652 USD

Entry requirements and documents

State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego sets the exact entry requirements for Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice. For a bachelor's degree, applicants usually need the following.

Most schools accept TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo and set their own minimums. Graduate programmes may also ask for GRE or GMAT scores, though many programmes have made these optional.

  • Class 12 marksheets and certificate (or the school's accepted equivalent).
  • A personal statement or statement of purpose.
  • A reference from a teacher or school.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: F-1 student visa

Students from India need a F-1 student visa to study in the United States. U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) decides the application.

An F-1 visa is for full-time academic study at a school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. The school issues a Form I-20 and the visa itself is decided at a consular interview, so a consistent study plan and clear finances matter more than the paperwork volume.

  • Shortlist SEVP-certified schools and complete applications. Check test requirements such as GRE, GMAT or English tests programme by programme.
  • After admission and proof of funds, the school issues the Form I-20.
  • Pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 online visa application and pay the visa application fee.
  • Book and attend the visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring the I-20, passport, financial documents and admission papers.

After you graduate

Students may be eligible for optional practical training in their field of study, with an extension for certain STEM degrees. Conditions apply, so read the official rules and speak to your school's designated school official.

Scholarships at State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego

Check the eligibility rules for each scholarship before you apply. Some are applied automatically, others need a separate application.

  • First-Year Merit Scholarships: $2,500 - $6,000 USD
  • Go Oswego Awards: $4,000 USD

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice?

First-year tuition is listed at 16,980 USD. Living costs are extra; State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego estimates 14,213 USD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

The application fee is 50 USD. It is paid once per application and is not refunded after the school receives the application.

When is the next intake?

The school has not listed an intake date for this program. Ask us for the current intakes.

Is Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice a degree?

It is listed as a bachelor's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in the United States?

You need a F-1 student visa, decided by U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to State University of New York (SUNY) Oswego, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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