Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice majors work in all branches of public and private life, using their skills to bring peace of mind to neighborhoods, businesses, and emerging markets around the world. No matter what kind of job you’re looking for in Criminal Justice, you need a program focused on experiential learning and internships, with a curriculum built on ethical and sustainable security practices. 

Our Criminal Justice faculty have worked across industries in law enforcement, corrections, forensics, research, counterterrorism, cybersecurity, military, and social work. Their years of real-world experience breathe life into our Criminal Justice curriculum and prepare students like you for the realities of these rewarding careers. 

Our core curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and adaptable to our five core tracks, including a focus on counterterrorism, courts, law enforcement, policy, and social work. 

  • State Trooper 
  • Police Officer 
  • Court Reporter 
  • Forensic Technician 
  • Detective 
  • Private Investigator 
  • Crime Scene Investigator 
  • Parole or Probation Officer 
  • Social Worker 
  • Advocate 
  • Dispatcher 
  • Paralegal 

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508-213-2489
Address

Fels Student Center, Suite 201
121 Center Road
PO Box 5000
Dudley, MA 01571

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Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm