Criminal Justice
Why study Criminal Justice?
Organized. Controlled. Reliable. Criminal Justice seeks to maintain social order through law enforcement, criminal courts, and correctional agencies. Play your part in keeping our communities safe.
Why study Criminal Justice at the University of Michigan–Flint?
- Well-Rounded. Go beyond technical training and experience a liberal arts education. Examine all aspects of Criminal Justice, from historical context to society as it is today to what the future may hold.
- Justice. Criminal Justice majors play a vital role in keeping citizens safe. They work to ensure the timely resolution of criminal threats and fair punishment of law breakers.
- Critical Thinking. Learn how to examine a situation from more than one viewpoint. Put your analytical skills to the test.
- Choices. You’re not just limited to a career as a police officer. Criminal Justice majors have a wide variety of careers to choose from. Our graduates are found working in the court system, with the department of natural resources, and with victims’ services. Of course, our graduates do proudly serve as police officers too!
- Impact. Our Criminal Justice graduates get to make a real difference in their communities. Learn from experienced faculty and make the world a safer, better place.
What can I do with a degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Michigan–Flint?
A degree in Criminal Justice prepares you to enhance your degree by continuing on to graduate or law school. Many of our graduates choose to enter the working world immediately in one of the following careers:
- Criminology
- Law Enforcement
- Conservation
- Customs Agents
- Homeland Security
- Community Service Coordination
- Drug Enforcement
Contact Us
Criminal Justice department web site: http://www.umflint.edu/ant_crj_soc/