Criminal Justice Studies (B.S.)

Explore the causes and impact of criminal behavior and prepare to play a key role in administering criminal justice.

A major in Criminal Justice Studies prepares you to serve as an agent of change in our justice system. From law enforcement to community safety to juvenile-justice issues, you’ll be ready to tackle some of our nation’s most pressing challenges.

Why Study Criminal Justice at UND?

From enforcing the law to protecting your community to advocating on behalf of victims, criminal justice opens the door to a world of opportunities. A major or minor in this dynamic field puts you on the front lines of public safety and justice.

An interdisciplinary program that incorporates resources from anthropology and sociology, Criminal Justice Studies at UND integrates a variety of different approaches. You'll gain:

• Expertise and training in many different aspects of law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice and legal reasoning.
• A deep understanding of how to enforce the law, apprehend criminals and protect your community.
• A broad view of the field of criminal justice.

You'll graduate ready to make your mark in corrections, law enforcement, government and beyond.

Law (Accelerated B.S./J.D.) Program

Shave off a year of law school while earning your bachelor's in Criminal Justice Studies. With the Law (Accelerated Bachelor's/J.D.) program you can double count credits your fourth year to go towards beginning coursework for a law degree.

For more information, contact Criminal Justice Pre-Law Coordinator: Martin Gottschalk