This program stresses an interdisciplinary study of criminal justice in America. Those interested in careers in criminal justice, crime prevention, child behavioral problems, adolescent delinquency or effective intervention will find this degree extremely valuable.
The employment outlook in criminal justice is excellent. Through both classroom and field placement, students are prepared for a responsible position of service in law enforcement, the courts, corrections, criminal justice administration, crime prevention, research, youth services agencies and other related career agencies. For individuals already employed in the field, the degree is a good vehicle for career advancement.
Graduates of this major pursue many different careers. A few examples are:
- Corrections
- Court administrator
- Criminal investigator
- Law enforcement: local, county, state and federal
- Halfway house counselors and managers
- Internal Revenue Service
- Park ranger
- Parole officer
- Probation officer
- Public and private security
- Risk manager
- U.S. postal inspector
- Warden
Many of our students continue to further their education, choosing to attend graduate school or law school.
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