Nov 25, 2024  
2023-2024 William R. Kellett School of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies Academic Catalog 
    
2023-2024 William R. Kellett School of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Criminal Justice, B.A.


Students who have successfully completed a B.A. in Criminal Justice from Lakeland University should be able to:

  • Explain each foundation of the criminal justice system, including criminal law, policing, and corrections.
  • Exhibit effective research skills in the evaluation of current research and the responsible use of data.
  • Evaluate the limits of the criminal justice system.
  • Demonstrate independent problem-solving skills which are generalizable for a future vocation.
  • Present ideas clearly and professionally in both written and oral contexts.
  • Analyze ethical issues using multiple frameworks and articulate a personal code of ethics.
  • Assess the limits of the criminal justice system.

Major Concentration Requirements


Choose a minimum of 12 semester hours from one of the following emphases:

Nine (9) additional semester hours of any of the following discipline related electives: