Criminal Justice Practitioner Scholarship

Advance your career with an online degree!

Take the next step with UWM’s fully online degree in Criminal Justice & Criminology.

Whether you’re looking to advance in rank, transition to a new role, or strengthen your skills, this program is designed for working professionals like you.

Start Dates: Fall, Spring or Summer
Cost per credit: $350

Scholarships Available

Current criminal justice practitioners are eligible to receive up to $1,000 their first academic year to help fund their education. Reach out to an advisor today to learn more about how you can take the next steps toward completing your degree and advancing your career!

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Program Highlights

Job Advancement & Promotion
- A degree can open doors to higher ranks and leadership roles.
Fast & Efficient Path
- Officers holding 60 credits or an associate degree may only need an additional 60 credits to complete the bachelor’s degree.
Flexible Online Format
- Take courses on your schedule, balancing work and family life.
Full- or Part-Time Enrollment
- Choose a pace that fits your needs.

Police officer (white male) who received his criminal justice degree from UWM speaking into radio receiver in police car. — “I would not be where I am today in my career in law enforcement if it were not for the experiences I had and the relationships I built in the criminal justice program at UWM.” – Bryan LaChapelle

Criminal Justice Practitioner Scholarship Interest Form

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Are you currently working in the field of criminal justice?

Yes

Which best describes you as a student?

I graduated high school and haven’t taken any college credits since graduating high school

I graduated high school and have taken college credits since graduating high school

I previously attended UW-Milwaukee and am looking to return

I have graduated from a Law Enforcement Academy Program