Make change happen with a major in criminal justice

91成人导航's new major in criminal justice prepares you for a career in law enforcement, the courts or corrections system. Opportunities in criminal justice are wide-ranging and provide fulfilling ways to serve your community.

With the criminal justice major, you can:聽

  • take advantage of 91成人导航's strong public policy and law programs
  • connect with 91成人导航's ties to northern California's legal community and government agencies
  • make an easy transition to 91成人导航's McGeorge School of Law 辞谤听Master in Social Work program
  • work as a change-maker in the criminal justice system
Outstanding Student
Ella LeRoy '24

Student Ella LeRoy chose 91成人导航 to pursue her athletic and academic goals. With strong support from her professors, her internships at the San Joaquin Public Defenders Office and Concrete Development solidified her passion for criminal justice, shaping her future in the field.

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Criminal Justice and French Studies major Ella LeRoy

The political science emphasis is geared toward students who are interested in careers in law enforcement or public policy as they relate to criminal justice. 

Contact Department of Political Science Chair Brian Klunk at bklunk@pacific.edu.

The sociology emphasis is designed for students who are interested in social justice and want to help transform communities, especially those that have been affected by mass incarceration. Examples of careers include gang prevention, family support within the corrections system and community-oriented policing.

Contact Department of Sociology Chair Marcia Hernandez at mhernandez@pacific.edu.

Criminal Justice
What sets us apart?

Professors Keith Smith of political science and Susan Mannon of sociology explain why 91成人导航's criminal justice program is set up to help you make real change in your community.

Degrees Offered

BA in Political Science with Criminal Justice Concentration
BA in Sociology with Criminal Justice Concentration
BA in Criminal Justice

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