BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections

Clayton State offers a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, along with minors in criminal justice and forensics. The degree treats criminal justice as the study of crime and social control. Students build a foundation in criminological theory and research and learn how those ideas apply to people working within the justice system and the nonprofit sector. The program draws on the diversity of the student body and the multidisciplinary training of its faculty. Graduates are expected to identify the functions of the justice system, explain crime through theory, examine how the system affects different groups, analyze criminal justice data, and apply coursework to real-world issues. Career paths include criminal justice agencies, nonprofits, law, and graduate study. Prospective students can contact the program coordinator at Clayton State University for guidance on course planning and next steps.