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2019 - 2020 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019 - 2020 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Criminal Justice B.A.


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The major in Criminal Justice provides students with an academically sound understanding of crime, justice, and the criminal justice system.  Students majoring in Criminal Justice receive a foundation in theory and research as well as opportunities for practical application through an internship within the field.  This major is for students who may pursue careers over a wide range of criminal justice opportunities within city, state and federal jurisdictions - probation, police, immigration and naturalization, U.S. Marshals and the FBI.  The Bachelor of Arts major in Criminal Justice includes two semesters of foreign language study.  Students are also encouraged to think about a possible minor in another area of study.

Students must obtain a C- or better in each course required for the major, minor and the concentration.

Completing this degree program students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate knowledge in their specific content areas.
  • Demonstrate the ability to articulate ideas both orally and in written form
  • Demonstrate critical thinking skills.
  • Demonstrate ethical practice and professionalism. 
  • Demonstrate awareness of global issues/affairs

 

 

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