Earn Your B.S. in Public Safety Management Online at Calumet College
A premier degree for public service professionals
The Bachelor of Science in Public Safety Management is an innovative and practitioner-oriented degree offering. The program complements and expands the institution’s historic commitment to addressing the educational needs of individuals engaged in law enforcement and related fields. Structured as an accelerated adult learning initiative, the degree program removes the time and space barriers that often prevent working professionals from completing graduate-level education.
Calumet College of St. Joseph has been educating and developing public service professionals for over 60 years. Over 3,000 graduates are in the field using their knowledge and abilities to create a positive impact in their communities.
Students will receive credit for prior learning and training:
- Earn up to 18 credit hours for Basic Academy completion
- Earn up to 66 credit hours for additional in-service training
- 5 of 7 general education requirements will be met; the remaining requirements are offered online
Program Highlights
Fully Online
No on-campus commitments
Asynchronous Learning
Attend class live or watch the recording
Finish Fast
Most students finish in 18-24 months
Program Details
The B.S. in Public Safety Management degree program is designed by and for law enforcement and public service professionals who bring real-world challenges and experience to the classroom. Courses are structured to accommodate demanding and unpredictable schedules, with the option to attend in the morning, evening or via recording.
Whether you’re advancing within your current role or interested transitioning to a second career, this program provides both the academic foundation and the practical mentorship to grow personally and professionally. Our support goes beyond coursework. We’re with you every step of the way, offering personalized guidance, flexible planning and a community that understands the unique realities of the life of a public servant.
Application Deadlines
Apply today for our next cohort:
Summer Deadline: June 1, 2025
Fall Deadline: August 15, 2025
For enrollment in the B.S. in Public Safety Management program:
- Obtain an application packet by calling the Enrollment Management Department or by visiting the CCSJ website.
- Complete the application form and submit with the $25 application fee and appropriate accompanying documents two months prior to the semester start date.
- Include the following accompanying documents: a written statement of purpose indicating interest in the program, three letters of recommendation*, including one from the applicant’s academic program administrator if currently in college, and official transcripts reflecting all undergraduate coursework completed.
- A maximum of nine (9) graduate credits earned at another accredited educational institution may be considered for possible transfer. Students with prior graduate courses should consult with their Enrollment Representative to discuss transferring credits. This should take place a maximum of four weeks prior to the start date of the first semester. Only courses with a grade of “B” or higher, completed within 5 calendar years of transfer, and coursework that correlates highly to the course requirements of the applicable graduate program will be reviewed for possible transfer. Final approval of transferable coursework is at the discretion of the appropriate Program Director and the Vice President of Academic Affairs. The Registrar’s office will notify candidates in writing about the number of credit hours accepted.
In addition to submitting the standard graduate application, applicants for the B.S. in Public Safety Management (PSM) Program must have graduated from an accredited post-secondary institution with a baccalaureate degree.
International applicants to Calumet College of St. Joseph must submit the following:
- A completed Application for Admission
- All official high school and college transcripts, which must be evaluated and translated
- A statement of Financial Resources and supporting documentation verifying the applicant’s ability to fund college costs and living expenses
- Official Test of English as a Second Language (TOEFL) results Once admitted to the College, a Form I-20 will be mailed to the applicant. The applicant should then take the Form I-20 to the nearest United States Consulate to apply for a student visa.
The following courses are required:
- PSA 500 Communication Leadership Skills and Management Crisis Decisions
- PSA 510 Diversity and Social Justice in Public Enforcement Administration
- PSA 520 Research Methods/Data Analysis for Public Safety Administrators
- PSA 521 Research Lab
- PSA 525 Terrorism: Ideologies, Tactics and Counter-Measure
- PSA 534 Management and Public Safety
- PSA 537 Risk Public Safety Laws and Operational Implications
- PSA 540 Ethical and Political Issues in Public Safety
- PSA 547 Information Security and Technology
- PSA 550 Public Safety Personnel Administration
- PSA 560 Fiscal Planning and Management
- PSA 580 Capstone Course
- PSA 598 Topics in Public Safety Administration
- PSA 599 Master’s Thesis Research
The Public Safety Administration program has a strong theoretical focus combined with practical applications for people who are interested in the dynamic study of public safety. The program is designed to prepare graduates to offer innovative leadership and to manage personnel in crisis and non-crisis situations. The capstone enables students to apply research in a private or public setting to solve a public safety problem. The thesis track option enhances the student’s preparation for doctoral graduate study by providing additional opportunities to master the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct research.
Calumet College of St. Joseph places the resources of higher education in the service of the common good. The primary purpose of the Public Safety Administration Program is to prepare students to assume advanced leadership positions within the broad area of public safety. The program aims to prepare a graduate capable of applying innovative management skills and principled leadership in a variety of settings, thereby contributing to the advancement of the field of public safety. Such leaders will be prepared to influence others to meet the challenges of function effectively and ethically, not only as deterrents to crime, but also as agents of greater social justice in the communities they serve.
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About the Public Service Institute
Faculty
Danny McGuire, Ed.D.
Michael Genova, J.D., M.A.
Monica Lopez, M.S.
Sean Joyce, Ph.D.
Career
Options
A B.S. in Public Safety Management can prepare you for many jobs in public safety, including:
- Law enforcement
- Corrections
- Probation and parole
- Homeland security
- Emergency management
- Social and community services
- Public safety administration
- Medical and health services manager
Program
Objectives and requirements
The PSM program is designed to prepare the student to:
- Identify the roles and recognize the interactions of various public safety providers within the context of the communities they serve;
- Examine the historical and contemporary implications of terrorism from an urban perspective, recognizing its multidimensional nature and global reach;
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of the principal theories in public safety management and the ability to apply such theories in a public safety setting;
- Analyze and categorize the historical, economic, psychological, legal, social, and political forces that influence human behavior and their effects on society;
- Design a personal and professional philosophy that reflects an ethical obligation to social justice and contributes to self-growth, respect for others, and professional commitment;
- Formulate solutions utilizing an understanding of the basic concepts, theories, principles, and laws that affect public safety and homeland security;
- Assess the impact of critical thinking skills, written and oral communication skills, and technological competencies on the public safety realm in conjunction with the student’s career and personal philosophy.
Requirements expected of applicants
- Minimum of 52 transfer hours
- Cumulative college GPA of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Professional work experience
All application files are evaluated on an individual basis. Certain exceptions may be made to the above requirements depending on circumstances as determined by the Degree Completion Program Admissions Committee.
Application Process
- Your first step is to complete the Online Application.
- Request official transcripts from all institutions of higher learning that you have attended.
- For further information regarding the program, please contact the Office of Enrollment at (219) 473-4210 or publicsafety@ccsj.edu.
The Public Safety Management program has the following features:
- The program utilizes a cohort model formed of learning groups of approximately 15 students
- Meets once a week for four hours
- Consists of 14 classes; each class lasts six weeks*
- Can be completed in 24 months
- Is taught by instructors who are professionals in their field
- Leads to a bachelor of science degree
- Offers a set tuition throughout
Classes meet once a week via Zoom. Zoom is an online meeting platform that gives you a face to face experience, while maintaining the luxury of attending class from anywhere you are. Classes are delivered live via Zoom from 9AM-1PM. If you are unable to watch the live session, courses are recorded and saved so that you can watch them and complete your work within a week’s time.
| Credit Hours | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 42 (program total) | $710 / Credit Hour |
These numbers do not reflect additional fees which are applicable to every student. For complete tuition and fee amounts, see the tuition and fee schedule.
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