Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Students explore the relationship between crime and society, examine the criminal justice system and study the connections between law and social justice. The research focus of this program will provide students with a strong foundation for leadership and analytic positions.

This degree will prepare students for a rewarding career in law enforcement, juvenile justice, the court system, corrections, counseling and victim services, or help them easily transition into a related graduate program. Some careers graduates pursue include: 

• Deputy Probation Officer, County Sheriff’s Department
• Crime analyst, jury consultant and a variety of law enforcement agencies

Program Learning Outcomes:

• Apply criminological, sociological, and psychological theories to analyze and understand crime and criminal behavior.
• Critically analyze the social-historical context of crime and criminal behavior, including its legal, social, and economic dimensions within the United States and internationally.
• Apply social science research methods to analyze policy responses to crime and criminological research.
• Apply criminological knowledge and skills in the community and/or public service.