The Department of Criminal Justice equips you with the knowledge and experience to thrive in a variety of impactful careers, from law enforcement and forensic science to corrections and justice administration. Whether starting fresh or advancing your career, our program prepares you to meet the industry’s demands with confidence and expertise.
Our graduates lead as U.S. Customs Agents, forensic specialists, attorneys, and policy analysts, serving in government, corporations, and private practice. For those seeking advanced roles, our Ph.D. in Criminology and Justice Administration prepares professionals for leadership positions, groundbreaking research, and the development of transformative public safety policies.
With resources like our annual job fair and connections to top agencies, graduate programs, and law schools, we position you for success. Join a global network of alumni leading in law enforcement, victim services, forensics, and beyond.
In this comprehensive program, you'll learn to effectively work in a wide variety of criminal justice settings and cultivate a deeper appreciation for the interconnected complexities of justice, crime, and corrections, significantly broadening your professional perspective and skill set.
This concentration combines multidisciplinary academic experience and practical field experience in the legal process that will prepare you to meet the growing demand for paralegals nationwide.
A major effort of the master’s program is devoted toward teaching students how to analyze complex problems and research innovative but practical solutions to those problems.
This program is a more intensive study of crime and justice issues with emphasis on the application of theory and research to justice policy and practice.
Dr. Tazinski Lee
Head, Department of Criminal Justice