Criminal Justice
About the track
Possible UC degree
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Overview
The University of Cincinnati’s Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice program is designed to provide students with an understanding of criminal offending and the criminal justice process. Our bachelor’s program allows students to explore the criminal law system as it relates to crime prevention, child behavioral problems, adolescent delinquency, and information technology. Our students are encouraged to complete a minor, certificate or focus area in a subject matter of their choice that will complement their career goals.
Potential career paths
- Police Officer
- Private Investigator
- Probation Officer
- Victim Advocate
- Forensic Science Technician
- Corporate Security
Learn more about Criminal Justice and what you can do with your major after graduation.
Due to a recent switch to a General Education elective structure, some printed materials may contain outdated course suggestions. Please work with your advisor to ensure you are enrolling in the correct courses.
Coursework
| UC course | Course # | Credits | Meets high school requirement* |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Composition | ENGL 1001 | 3 | English |
| Statistics or Math | STAT 1031 STAT 1034 MATH 1026 MATH 1044 MATH 1061 |
3-4 | Math |
| Introduction to Criminal Justice | CJ 1001 | 3 | - |
| Policing in America | CJ 2050 | 3 | - |
| Choose A or B | |||
| A) Introduction to Psychology | PSYC 1001 | 3 | Social Studies |
| B) Introduction to American Politics | POL 1010 | 3 | Government |
| Total possible credits | 15-16 | ||
| UC course | Course # | Credits | Meets high school requirement* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Criminology | CJ 1002 | 3 | - |
| Corrections in America | CJ 2030 | 3 | - |
| GE: Social and Behavioral Sciences^ | - | 3 | Social Studies |
| GE: Natural Sciences^ | - | 3 | Science |
| Choose A, B, C, D, or E | |||
| A) GE: Arts and Humanities^ | - | 3 | - |
| B) GE: Math, Stats, Logic^ | - | 3 | Math |
| C) GE: Natural Sciences^ | - | 3 | Science |
| D) GE: Oral Communication^ | - | 3 | - |
| E) GE: Social and Behavioral Sciences^ | - | 3 | Social Studies |
| Total possible credits | 15 | ||
* Credit applicability is at the discretion of your high school and cannot be determined by UC.
^ Your UC advisor will help you select courses that satisfy the GE (General Education) requirement.