The Fargo- Moorhead community provides a rich source of criminal justice education through a wide variety of criminal justice agencies which work with student interns. Back to fact sheet index Preparation A basic background in the social sciences, behavioral sciences and civics is helpful. Students may transfer into the program as late as their third year and remain on schedule for graduation if they have taken adequate general education courses. Back to fact sheet index Career Opportunities Students graduating from this program have experienced much success in pursuing their career goals. Our alumni work in law enforcement, courts, correctional agencies, probation and parole departments, and do so at the local, state and federal levels.
Salaries are respectable and vary from agency to agency.
Back to fact sheet index Internship Program Usually students complete an internship in their junior or senior year. Internship opportunities exist in many agencies in North Dakota and Minnesota and can be done at any time during the calendar year. By completing an internship, the student is able to combine the theoretical and applied aspects of professional preparation. Internship experience is an important element of successful job placement. Back to fact sheet index Criminal Justice Club Students may expand their knowledge of criminal justice and career opportunities through the Criminal Justice Club.