The purpose of the Criminal Justice Program is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the social organization and administration of the criminal justice system. Courses are offered in forensics, theories of crime and delinquency, law enforcement, the courts, corrections, and administration. Students perform a 400 hour internship in connection with their degree requirements. The programs also provide academic preparation for advanced study leading to graduate degrees in criminal justice, law, and related fields. The criminal justice program is one of the largest and most active fields of study but is also a community.
Faculty is available and easily accessible by all students for advice and counseling.
Students receive personal attention from their department advisor, who is assigned at time of admission. Programs of study are specifically focused toward the career goals of the student. Faculty advisors also provide career guidance as an integral part of their academic advising. Graduates receive a BA in Criminal Justice with a liberal arts orientation, preparing them for a variety of jobs in both public and private sectors. The faculty has direct experience in many aspects of the criminal justice system.