The major in criminal justice, which leads to the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree, is designed to provide the student with a solid understanding of programs and procedures in the criminal justice system. Philosophically, the system is viewed as an important area of human services. It is the intent of the major to provide to the system graduates who possess the potential for leadership and positive change.

Criminal Justice graduates work in a wide variety of government agencies at the local, state and federal levels. These include the departments of Corrections, Probation and Parole, Social Services, Youth Services, Employment and Training and Rehabilitation. Students majoring in Criminal Justice also pursue careers in the non-profit world as well as the private industry and business area.