Criminal Justice

From heightened national security to concerns about corporate accountability, our changing world has created a high demand for well-trained law enforcement professionals. The criminal justice degree program at the Providence Campus can prepare you for a wide variety of police work at the local, national and federal levels—including careers in court administration, private investigation, airport security and social services, or as a federal agent, police officer or border patrol agent, among others.

Through the program, you will:

  • Learn from professionals experienced in law, criminal justice and forensic science technology
  • Gain experience using police and other forensic science investigation equipment in our dedicated criminal justice lab
  • Develop an appreciation for diversity, citizenship, leadership, science and technology, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and social and business culture
  • Customize your degree with an Arts & Sciences concentration or pursue a collection of criminal justice electives which target your interests and goals

Master’s Degree to Advance Your Career
Become the leader the criminal justice field needs, and move on to supervisor and leadership positions with our master’s degree in Criminal Justice Management.

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