Pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice at Concordia University Chicago. Gain interdisciplinary skills and career opportunities. Apply now!
At Concordia University Chicago, students pursuing a Criminal Justice degree will obtain an interdisciplinary experience, rooted in the social sciences, which incorporates theory and practice. Students are able to tailor their degrees by enrolling for courses in sociology, political science, psychology, philosophy and social work. Our qualified and devoted faculty whose educational, career and research backgrounds are directly related to the interests and needs of those pursuing an interdisciplinary degree. Our courses will allow students to critically analyze how institutions that deal with issues of Criminal Justice impede and promote social justice. Most courses for the Criminal Justice program derive from sociology and political science. Students are required to take courses that set the foundation and build upon their theoretical background, research methodology and practical application of criminal justice issues. To fulfill the remaining requirements, students can choose from many different electives that focus on areas of emphasis such as Sociology of Corrections, Law & Society, or Procedural Criminal Law. Students specifically interested in designing a pre-law course of study should consult with their academic advisor.
