Criminal Justice Major
In our Criminal Justice major, you will gain a broad-based perspective of local, state and national law enforcement, and criminal justice systems, as you prepare for an exciting career in law enforcement, probation and parole, corrections and the courts, or to attend graduate school. Our program emphasizes the theoretical and practical underpinnings of criminal justice and the helping nature of the field's professions. Learn more about the Criminal Justice program.
Careers in Criminal Justice
Career opportunities in criminial justice generally fall into three major fields: law enforcement, the judicial system and corrections.
- Federal Law Enforcement
- State and Local Policing
- The Judicial System
- Corrections
- Forensics
- Asset Protection/Security
- Research and Analysis
Alumni Story
After less than two years as an officer with the Missouri City Police Department in Texas, Jessica Berry '09 (Schuylkill Haven, Pa.) was named Officer of the Year for 2012 and also received a commendation from Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for making 75 DWI arrests throughout the year.
Internships
The Criminal Justice internship program is designed to provide students with an introduction to the field of criminal justice as a profession. Learn more about Criminal Justice internships.
Research
Opportunities exist for students to work with individual faculty members on research-related projects. Learn more about Criminal Justice research.
Faculty Spotlight
Barbara Hanbury, Ph.D., is an expert in death investigation, as well as violence and victimization.
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