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Criminal Justice Studies

TACKLING SOCIETY’S GREATEST CHALLENGES ADMISSION

New students can select their major when they apply for admission to the University of Arizona.

Continuing students can declare a Criminal Justice Studies major by completing an online “Change of Major” session. sgpp.arizona.edu/declare

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MAJOR OVERVIEW

The B.S. in Criminal Justice Studies will give you the opportunity to take an in-depth look at mental health law, juvenile justice systems, police, court and corrections management, and operations as well as a host of other options. In addition, you’ll be exposed to traditional public administration courses that impart core skill sets such as leadership, ethics, public and nonprofit management, and formation of public policy. After completing the degree, you will be prepared to think critically in an increasingly complex and politicized society.

COURSES

Students may take courses in the following areas: • • • • •

Police Management Crime and Public Policy Women and Youth in the Justice System White Collar Crime U.S. National Security

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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Earn academic credit for internships served in specific governmental agencies and other public institutions. Previous students have interned with: • • • • • • • • •

Pima County Attorney’s Office Marshall’s Office CIA & FBI United States Postal Inspection Service Pima County Sheriff’s Department Tucson and Oro Valley Police Dept.

Public Defender’s Office Victim Services & Homicide Survivors Department of State in Washington, D.C. and abroad • Congressional Offices • The White House Check out the The Washington Center Internship to live in D.C. over the summer and participate in an internship related to policy, politics, or law.

Visit sgpp.arizona.edu/washington-centerinternship for more information.

INTERNSHIP BENEFITS • • • •

Apply knowledge from the classroom to professional situations Assess skills and abilities in a professional setting and narrow areas of interest Network and secure connections for future employment Build experience that can be reflected on a professional resume

CAREERS

A degree in Criminal Justice can help you qualify for many different careers in private and public sector organizations, including careers in: • • • • •

Local Law & Drug Enforcement Federal Bureau of Investigations Immigration and Customs Enforcement Border Patrol Arizona’s Joint Legislative Budget Committee Our graduates have also gone on to attain advanced degrees in law, public policy, sociology, social work, and political science.

ROMBACH INSTITUTE OF CRIME, DELINQUENCY, AND CORRECTIONS

This major is sponsored and financially supported by the Rombach Institute of Crime, Delinquency, and Corrections. The Institute has had a presence on campus since its founding in 1997. The mission of the Rombach Institute is to advance the knowledge, pursuit, and evaluation of significant public policy issues as they relate to the field of criminal justice.

The Rombach Institute will continue to: • Provide student financial assistance • Support public policy research through reports, conferences, and publications • Assist state criminal justice officials with evaluation, analysis, and training • Host guest speakers and public forums • Present student and faculty awards and fellowships The main focus of the Rombach Institute in the future will be to provide students with a well-rounded experience that evolves with the field of criminal justice practice.

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