Bachelor in Criminal Justice
Waukesha, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 36,400 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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** additional fees may apply / on average our international scholarship covers 45-55% of the cost of attendance for fulltime international undergraduate students
Introduction
Why do individuals engage in crime and how are criminals created? How do our values as a society impact criminal behavior and crime? What are some of the biggest challenges facing today’s criminal justice system? Whether you’re interested in a career in local law enforcement or the FBI, working in the court system, or becoming an advocate for victims, a degree in criminal justice prepares you for a rewarding career that helps build better communities for us all.
Understanding the Contemporary Issues That Lead to Crime Will Help Us Prevent It
Carroll University’s criminal justice major prepares you to understand the complexity of the criminal justice system and criminal behaviors. The program is rooted in social and criminal justice, sociology and criminology. You’ll be challenged to explore some of the most difficult and immediate concerns facing American society and think critically about the issues that create an environment where criminal behavior can thrive. You’ll dive into questions that require you to think deeply about the role of punishment as a deterrent, the growing focus on victims’ rights, and the impact of rehabilitation and prevention in reducing crime. The field offers a variety of career options, including working in the court system, law, law enforcement, private investigation, community rehabilitation, advocacy, corrections, loss prevention, probation and parole, teaching, and graduate school.
Our program builds in time for discussion, group work, and field experiences. It explores the history, structure, functions, and operations of the primary components in the criminal justice system in the United States including law enforcement, courts, and corrections. We analyze current issues such as sentencing practices, disparities in sentencing related to race and ethnicity, and alternatives to incarceration. There are opportunities to investigate the experiences of victims in the system and the victim-offender relationship and connect the interrelationships between criminal behavior and societal factors such as drug use and abuse, family dynamics, poverty, and delinquency.
Carroll’s criminal justice program is structured so you can double major or double minor and still graduate in just four years. Suggested options include psychology, forensic science, professional writing, communication, and organizational leadership.
Minor
In addition to the major, Carroll offers a minor in criminal justice that complements many areas of study:
- Criminal Justice Minor
Program Outcome
Students successfully completing the major are expected to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the structure, philosophy and administration of the criminal justice system and its components of law enforcement, courts, and corrections.
- Describe and apply criminological theory to understand why individuals engage in crime, how criminals are created, and how policies connect to theoretical underpinnings.
- Utilize and evaluate appropriate research and analytical methods in criminal justice.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop and convey oral and written messages effectively in a professional manner.
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Career Opportunities
Our majors pursue careers in:
- Social services
- Judiciary and law
- Law enforcement
- Business
- Education
Our graduates are employed at organizations such as:
- St. Joseph's Prosecutor's Office
- Department of Correction
- Lake Bluff Police Department
- City of Madison Police Department
- Froedtert Hospital
- The Mary Davis Home
- Saint Louis Metropolitan Police
- My Home, Your Home, Inc.
- Wisconsin Community Services
Types of employers for criminal justice graduates:
- Government agencies and facilities
- Educational institutions
- Shelters and group homes
- Nonprofit organizations
- Corporations
- Law firms
Example job titles of graduates with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice:
- Research support specialist
- Loss prevention coordinator
- Security operations associate
- Support specialist
- Assistant case manager
- Legal assistant
- Litigation associate
Curriculum
Core Courses
- CRJ 103 - Introduction to Criminal Justice 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 212 - Criminology 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 499 - Capstone - What works in criminal justice policy 2 Hour(s)
- SOC 102 - Sociology of Social Problems 4 Hour(s)
- SOC 266 - Methods of Social Science Research 4 Hour(s)
Two Electives from the following:
- CRJ 204 - Criminal Law 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 213 - Race and Ethnicity Studies in Criminal Justice 4 Hour(s) or
- SOC 213 - Race and Ethnicity Studies in Sociology 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 224 - Dynamics of Terrorism 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 229 - Understanding Violence 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 250 - Dissecting Truths of the Criminal Justice System 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 252 - Law Enforcement and Justice 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 291 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice 4 Hour(s)
Two Electives from the following:
- CRJ 307 - Corrections, Policy and Justice 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 319 - Juvenile Delinquency 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 323 - Court processes, decisions, and ethics 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 332 - White Collar and Environmental Crime 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 340 - Victims and Victimology 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 345 - Women, Gender, and Crime 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 391 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice 4 Hour(s)
- CRJ 480 - Internship in Criminal Justice 2 or 4 Hour(s)
Required Support Courses
- IDS 200 - Career and Job Placement 2 Hour(s)
- POL 141 - Intro to American Politics 4 Hour(s)
- ENG 199 - Reading and Writing in the Sciences 4 Hour(s)
Note: Bachelor's requirements for this major may take SOC 114 instead of CMP 114.
Bachelor of Science Requirements
The requirements for a Bachelor of Science degree are:
- CMP 112 - Computational Thinking I 4 Hour(s)
and - CMP 114 - Computational Thinking II - Statistical Analysis Emphasis 4 Hour(s) or
- MAT 140 - Calculus and Its Applications 4 Hour(s) or higher
and - CSC 110 - Problem-Solving through Programming 4 Hour(s) or higher
- ENG 170 - Writing Seminar 4 Hour(s)
- Degree requirements cannot be waived.
Note: Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major
Internships
We help you build real-world experience, explore careers, and network with professionals through internship opportunities. Recent placements include the following companies:
- Local and federal law enforcement agencies
- Public defender’s office
- Law firms
- Rehabilitation facilities
- District attorneys' offices
- Probation and parole departments
- Wisconsin Department of Justice
- Juvenile treatment centers
- Corporate and private sector security positions
- Attorneys' offices
- Pretrial and jail division
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Program Tuition Fee
Scholarships and Funding
The University participates in three types of financial aid programs for its International students: scholarships, grants, and employment.
Scholarships
Carroll University offers completive scholarships for international undergraduate students. 100 percent of Carroll University students receive scholarship assistance, which helps them find a balance between studies, work, and extra-curricular activities. Scholarships play a key role in maintaining Carroll's accessibility for all students. On average our international scholarship covers 45-55% of the cost of attendance for full-time undergraduate students.
Grants
Grants are awarded based upon a student’s demonstrated financial need in addition to the guaranteed International scholarship. Like scholarships, grants are considered gift aid that does not need to be repaid.
Student Employment
University employment opportunities allow students to work part-time on campus, earn an hourly wage and receive a monthly paycheck while attending Carroll. Students may work from approximately five to fourteen hours each week. The number of hours a student may work depends upon the student’s financial aid award. International students get awarded an average of $2,000-$2,500 in university employment grants every year.
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