Saints Maps - Criminal Justice/Law

CRIMINAL JUSTICE - LAW

SUGGESTED MINORS

This program is designed for Criminal Justice students who have an interest in law school or a law-related career. Courses will introduce students to a variety of practice areas while honing the same skills and knowledge as the Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice but with an emphasis on the discipline and practice of developing and adjudicating law.

Through additional courses in business, management, political science, and law, this concentration will provide a sound foundation for further legal education. In addition to all career opportunities afforded students with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, the law concentration better prepares graduates for admission to law school.

SUCCESS AS A SAINT

CAREER COMPETENCIES

Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.

Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.

Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.

Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE - LAW

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ENGAGE

Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog

Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly

Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office

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Consider adding a minor in another field such as Psychology

FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP

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Meet with your new faculty progress to degree

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Join an on-campus organization such as the Criminal Justice Club to gain more connections

Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing

Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions

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Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Schedule a mock interview Career & Professional Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship 

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Create Handshake account

Start finalizing your resume Invest in proper business Career Closet

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Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice

Explore average salaries for your career field

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Create a LinkedIn profile

If considering law school, take the required entrance

YEARS FINAL YEAR

minor or even double major as Counseling, History or faculty advisor to check

Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements

Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents

Apply to graduate

SAINTS ADVANTAGE

Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.

CAREER PATHS

FBI or Federal Agent Insurance or Fraud Investigator Parole Officer

events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner interview with the Center for Professional Development

Internship Fair and apply for an internship resume business attire or visit the Saints profile school, start applying and entrance exams

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Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair

Use internship and your Senior Seminar Research Study to forge new relationships and begin to develop a professional network

Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium

Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce

Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references

Apply for jobs in your field

FURTHER EDUCATION

Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve

Computer proficiency

Strong code of ethics

Active listening

GRADUATE SUCCESS

The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree program boasts one of the largest enrollments of the Limestone University student body.

The Criminal Justice faculty at Limestone University have a combined total of more than 100 years of practical and academic experience.

The Department of Criminal Justice at Limestone University is home to the Eta Xi chapter of the National Criminal Justice Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma.

There are more than 30 possible career paths in the criminal justice field.

WHERE CAN I GO FROM HERE?

Charleston

Duke University

Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:

Lindsay Bartholomew

Justin Davis

Katie Jones

Tom LeGrand

Katie Maher

Stacey Mason

Michelle Phillips-Meek

Kelly Tillinghast

UNC - Chapel Hill

University of Georgia