Criminal Justice

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 provides the foundation needed 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 that arise across the criminal justice system and how to address them.

Graduates of the criminal justice program are well-positioned for careers within law enforcement, courts, and corrections and within the larger public and nonprofit sectors. Upon completing this degree, you will be prepared 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.