Criminal Justice Studies

College of Social And Behavioral Sciences

Earn a degree that explores the criminal justice system and how it works to uphold the law. The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Studies provides the foundation to understand how to keep societies safe while advancing justice and equality.

This program begins with traditional public administration courses that impart skills in leadership, ethics, and public management. You will explore the core criminal justice institutions – police, courts, and corrections – and examine how these institutions interact with public policy and society. Throughout the program, courses examine inequalities and how to address them across the criminal justice system.

The Criminal Justice Studies program graduates are well-positioned for careers within law enforcement, courts, corrections, and the larger public and nonprofit sectors. Completing this degree will prepare you to think critically in an increasingly complex and politicized society.

*Residents of some U.S. Territories may not be eligible. Please see our Eligibility & State Authorization page for more information.