The program's primary purpose is to prepare students to assume entry level positions in various criminal justice occupations and to eventually assume administrative responsibilities or do research in the field. The Probation and Parole Specialization requires additional emphasis on knowledge and skills that will help remediate the offender into society. The Forensic Studies Specialization gives students knowledge of the application of scientific disciplines to legal matters. The Juvenile Justice Specialization offers students who plan to enter the juvenile field a more focused course of study. In addition to the core classes in criminal justice, students take a number of courses introducing them to factors that contribute to juvenile delinquency, the structure and operation of the juvenile justice system, treatment programs for juveniles, and case management techniques.
Internships are also available.
In addition to general University requirements and General Studies requirements, students seeking the B.A. in Criminal Justice must meet the requirements listed below. For additional information see the General Studies section of this catalog. Juvenile Justice and Probation and Parole majors should take BSC 1010 to fulfill the natural science requirement. See Advisor for course selection list. See Advisor for course selection list.