BA/BS in Criminal Justice and Corrections

The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice is offered by the Department of Justice Studies in Prairie View A&M University's College of Public Affairs and Societal Impact. The program is built to turn out capable graduates who can do well in leadership, service, research and innovation within the field. The curriculum takes a broad look at the justice system, with topics that include sentencing, ethics and homeland security. Students are supported by an attentive faculty who push them to prepare for the demands of today's workplace and for demanding graduate programs. The department also offers a version of the degree with a specialization in juvenile justice, a minor in criminal justice, and an online graduate degree in juvenile justice. Degree and admission requirements are published on the department's pages for students who want to plan their path through the major.