Criminal Justice, BA

Criminal Justice

Students in the Criminal Justice program at Southeastern are prepared for careers in the criminal justice system or for advanced studies in criminal justice, law, sociology and related disciplines. They also become familiar with the nature and functions of U.S. law enforcement, the courts and corrections at the federal, state and local levels. Students learn the psychological and sociological roots of criminal behavior as well as methods that social scientists use to investigate social phenomena. Students also have the opportunity explore specific issues and topics relating to crime and criminal justice in the U.S. and other nations.

Location

Hybrid

Required Semester Hours

120

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Program Highlights

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What Can You Be?

Types of Jobs

  • Lawyer
  • Researcher
  • Corrections officer

Types of Employers

  • Department of Public Safety and Corrections
  • Louisiana State Civil Service
  • Louisiana State Police

Contact Us

Fayard Hall, Room 336C

SLU Box 10686
Hammond, LA 70402

(985) 549-5964

kbolton​@southeastern.edu

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