Through their research, teaching, and practice, graduates can contribute to the development of improved systems for the prevention and control of crime and delinquency.

The School of Criminal Justice offers a professionally and managerially oriented Master of Science degree program for advanced students, many of whom are criminal justice professionals. The Master of Science degree is offered both on campus and through online delivery. The Master of Science in Forensic Science offers concentrations in forensic anthropology, biology, and chemistry and is only offered on-campus. The School also offers Master of Science degrees in Law Enforcement Intelligence and Analysis and Judicial Administration, which are available only online.

The Doctor of Philosophy is designed to produce graduates who can apply interdisciplinary theory and a variety of research methodologies to the study of crime causation, social reaction, and the legal system. The Ph.D. in Criminal Justice permits students to emphasize the study of crime, crime control, and justice administration while simultaneously developing a strong foundation in social science theory and research methods. It prepares students for careers in college and university teaching and research, as well as for advanced public-policy positions.

The school also offers graduate specializations in security management, forensic science, and judicial administration.