Bachelor Of Science In Criminal Justice
Tarleton State University
Create Your Career
Make a difference in your community with a degree in Criminal Justice offered by Tarleton State University. The Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice is designed to merge academic knowledge with applied experience. The program offers courses that prepare students for career entry or promotion in a variety of criminal justice areas, as well as federal employment and/or graduate study. Faculty integrate textbook material with professional practices, providing valuable insights into the justice system. With a curriculum designed for high-quality instruction, the program’s structure provides an opportunity for interaction with other students and professionals with the same interests. Ultimately, the criminal justice field offers many employment opportunities with ample job security.
Pathway associate program:
Dual Enrollment
Tarleton State University & Blinn College District
Duration
2-4 Years
Total Credit Hours
120 Hours
Requirements
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Careers And Median Salaries
Crime Scene Analyst
$60,690
Criminal Investigator
$81,490
Intelligence Analyst
$97,866
Police Officer/Detective
$66,020
Our Graduates Have Landed
Here’s where you can find our alumni:
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- The role of the judiciary in the criminal justice system
- The organization of law enforcement agencies, the police role in society, and current and emerging issues.
- Analysis of contemporary ethical issues in crime and justice.
- Understanding and application of the theories of crime causation.
Faculty Spotlight
CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Dr. Brown is a faculty affiliate in The Institute on Violence Against Women and Human Trafficking at Tarleton. In addition to her interest in crimes against women and children, her research interests include child abduction murder investigation, crime scene investigation, serial murder, crime scene assessment, technology-facilitated crimes against children, forensic evidence, and other solvability factors affecting murder investigations.CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Dr. McIntosh is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice in the Department of Criminal Justice at Tarleton State University. Her research interests focus on vital aspects of criminal justice, ranging from policing, police and youth interaction, youth gangs, delinquency, victimization, child/youth maltreatment, crime against girls/women, prison population, correction officers' excessive use of force, and policy implications.FAQ
Criminal Investigator, Intelligence Analyst, Crime Scene Analyst, Detective
Criminal Justice Capstone, Police Systems & Practices, Criminal Justice Ethics
Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.
Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS
This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 3% growth rate in this field.
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Bachelor of Science In Criminal Justice
Tarleton State University
Create Your Career
Make a difference in your community with a degree in Criminal Justice offered by Tarleton State University. The Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice is designed to merge academic knowledge with applied experience. The program offers courses that prepare students for career entry or promotion in a variety of criminal justice areas, as well as federal employment and/or graduate study. Faculty integrate textbook material with professional practices, providing valuable insights into the justice system. With a curriculum designed for high-quality instruction, the program’s structure provides an opportunity for interaction with other students and professionals with the same interests. Ultimately, the criminal justice field offers many employment opportunities with ample job security.
Pathway associate program:
Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice
Dual Enrollment
Tarleton State University & Blinn College District
Duration
2-4 Years
Total Credit Hours
120 Hours
Requirements
View or Download Requirements
Careers And Median Salaries
Crime Scene Analyst
$60,690
Criminal Investigator
$84,490
Intelligence Analyst
$97,866
Police/Detective
$66,020
Our Graduates Have Landed
Here’s where you can find our alumni:
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- The role of the judiciary in the criminal justice system
- The organization of law enforcement agencies, the police role in society, and current and emerging issues.
- Analysis of contemporary ethical issues in crime and justice.
- Understanding and application of the theories of crime causation.
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Katherine Brown
Dr. Brown is a faculty affiliate in The Institute on Violence Against Women and Human Trafficking at Tarleton. In addition to her interest in crimes against women and children, her research interests include child abduction murder investigation, crime scene investigation, serial murder, crime scene assessment, technology-facilitated crimes against children, forensic evidence, and other solvability factors affecting murder investigations.
Criminal Justice
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Shantol Mcintosh
Dr. McIntosh is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice in the Department of Criminal Justice at Tarleton State University. Dr. McIntosh’s research interests focus on vital aspects of criminal justice, ranging from policing, police and youth interaction, youth gangs, delinquency, victimization, child/youth maltreatment, crime against girls/women, prison population, correction officers’ excessive use of force, and policy implications. Her presence within the academic community is marked by her engaging teaching methods and genuine dedication to preparing the next generation of criminal justice professionals. Her diverse approach to and interest in education and research embodies Tarleton State University’s excellence culture.
Criminal Justice
FAQ
Criminal Investigator, Intelligence Analyst, Crime Scene Analyst, Detective
Criminal Justice Capstone, Police Systems & Practices, Criminal Justice Ethics
Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.
Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS
This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 3% growth rate in this field.
Link to appointment/contact page: Microsoft Bookings
Click here to apply now.
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