What kind of career opportunities are there in Criminal Justice?
Broadly, Criminal Justice students prepare for occupations that deal with the challenge of crime in a free society. Students typically enter rewarding careers in law enforcement or corrections, relying on their bachelors degree for placement at entrance and/or as a gateway to career development. Others extend their education beyond the bachelors degree. Criminal Justice graduates often seek law degrees or masters degrees in public administration, criminal justice, or other fields. Graduates of our Criminal Justice program succeed as attorneys, researchers, and as senior leaders within public organizations. Still others find their way to diverse and unexpected occupations with local, state, or federal agencies, be they public or private. Requirements for the Bachelor of Arts Degree Every student must complete the core courses (21 units) and a minimum of 12 units from the elective curriculum. In addition, each student is required to complete 9 units in a correlated curriculum. Effective
