Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Penn State Altoona’s Criminal Justice degree program offers a broad-based education in the liberal arts tradition. In addition to the breadth and depth of knowledge about criminal justice, the program helps you cultivate key skills in critical thinking, oral and written communication, issue analysis, and problem-solving. As a graduate of this program, you will be an adaptable and flexible participant in your community's civic and intellectual life, appreciate cultural diversity, and practice ethical behaviour.

A Criminal Justice degree provides strong preparation for careers in corrections, parole and probation, law enforcement, and courts. In addition, you will be prepared to pursue graduate studies in criminal justice, law school, and related areas of graduate education.