Criminal Justice
The Criminal Justice degree is designed to provide students with a broad education based in the social sciences and, at the same time, introduce them to the goals and processes of the entire criminal justice system.
Why SVSU?
- The Department of Criminal Justice is one of the largest on campus with over 300 students enrolled in the major.
- The program has a cooperative agreement with the Delta College Police Academy that permits our students to earn 12 Academy credits toward the SVSU degree.
- Class sizes range from 20 to 35 students, allowing for meaningful faculty-student interaction.
Degree Offerings
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Criminal Justice -- curriculum
- Minor in Criminal Justice -- curriculum
Available for students who major in a different subject
- Minor in Computer Forensics -- curriculum
Program Objectives
- Prepare students for entry-level positions in a variety of public and private agencies related to criminal justice.
- Provide the opportunity for practicing police officers to enhance their professional knowledge and abilities.
- Provide students with the background necessary to pursue graduate studies.