Criminal Justice

Minor

We also offer a MAJOR in Criminal Justice.


This interdisciplinary program of study combines course work in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, and political science. In addition to core courses in law enforcement, corrections, criminal law and investigation, and statistics, the curriculum enables students to choose from an array of electives that provide necessary background for career placement and further education.

Curriculum

Note: The most up-to-date curriculum is available via the current catalog.

A total of 24 hours is required.

Required courses

CJ130 Introduction to Criminal Justice (4)
CJ231 Juvenile Justice (4)
CJ234 Police, Law, and Society (4)
CJ331 Corrections (4)
CJ339 Criminal Law and Investigation (4)
SS380 Research in the Social Sciences (4)