A Criminal Justice degree prepares you to serve and protect communities through careers in law enforcement, corrections, public safety, victim advocacy, and government agencies. Graduates develop critical thinking, communication, research, and leadership skills while gaining a strong understanding of the justice system, preparing them for meaningful careers in criminal justice or advanced study.Potential careers include:

• Restorative Justice Coordinator
• Police Officer
• Sheriff’s Deputy
• Correctional Officer
• Probation Officer
• Victim Advocate
• Homeland Security Specialist
• Crime Analyst

Criminal Justice graduates serve their communities in local, state, and federal agencies dedicated to public safety and the administration of justice. Alumni work in law enforcement, corrections, the court system, victim services, and government organizations, helping create safer and stronger communities.Graduates work in:

• Federal, State, and Local Government Agencies
• Police Departments
• Sheriff’s Offices
• Correctional Facilities
• Probation and Parole Departments
• Court Systems
• Victim Advocacy Organizations
• Homeland Security Agencies

Criminal Justice students explore the structure of the justice system while developing the analytical, legal, and research skills needed to address today’s public safety challenges. Coursework covers law enforcement, criminal law and procedure, research methods, ethics, and the courts, culminating in a capstone experience that integrates classroom learning with current issues facing the criminal justice profession.