Academics
Our academic programs rank among the best in the nation. We offer a challenging and supportive environment that sets the standard for education and scholarship in the study of crime and criminal justice. You'll learn from renowned faculty and gain scientific knowledge and critical thinking skills that will help you achieve a competitive edge.
- Graduate programs: Review the many graduate program options and their requirements, link to assistantship information, and get contact information for advising.
- Undergraduate programs: Review major requirements, advising information, internship program details, certification programs, details about the combined bachelor’s-master’s degree program, and career possibilities.
- Undergraduate minor in criminology: Review requirements for completing a minor in criminology and criminal justice.
- Course syllabi: Review course syllabi, which include information such as course descriptions and class requirements.
- Academic calendar: Visit the Registrar's Web site for important dates during the current and upcoming semesters.
- University catalog: Follow the links from the Registrar's site to read course descriptions, degree and major requirements, graduation requirements, and related academic information directly from the University Bulletin.
- Schedule of classes and registration: See a complete list of courses for the current and upcoming semesters by choosing the following options on the Course Lookup Search Form: Select a term, select "Criminology and Criminal Justice" from the pull-down menu, choose "graduate" or "undergraduate" in the course level area, and click on "Search." This site also contains a link for class registration.
- Distance learning: The on-line master's program in criminal justice studies is specifically designed for working criminal justice professionals and others who want the rigor and challenge of a first-rate graduate program but also need the convenience and flexibility that distance learning provides.
- International programs: International study abroad programs are an important supplement to the College's in-house programs, offering our students unique and enlightening learning opportunities. The College currently offers a summer learning experience in Prague.