Criminology & Criminal Justice, B.A.

Why major in criminology & criminal justice at Whitworth?

• Gain valuable research skills and experience through practicums and internships.
• Learn from a diverse set of courses that incorporate theory, organizational management, communication skills, statistics and research.
• Benefit from mentoring by professors who are active in the criminal justice system and can provide valuable access to site placements and observations of criminal justice agencies.
• Develop strong leadership skills through the variety of teaching methods in the courses offered.
• Make connections in the Alpha Phi Sigma honor society, through which you may attend conferences, hold office positions and engage in community events.
• Become who you're meant to be.

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Our criminology & criminal justice grads make a difference (and get jobs)

The real-world experience gained in the Whitworth criminology & criminal justice major prepares students for varied positions across law enforcement, courts and corrections. Work in federal agencies (such as the FBI, CIA, DEA, State Department, and Customs and Border Protection), or pursue the emerging field of computer forensics. Crime scene and criminal investigation, adult and juvenile counseling, and court administration are also popular and growing fields.

Recent job placements include:

• Courtney Bagdon-Cox, research and data analyst, Washington State Department of Corrections
• Haley Schelin, fire specialist, Idaho Department of Lands
• Thomas Wakem, Spokane County sheriff's deputy
• Jacob Goree, military aviator, U.S. Army
• Emily Michelbrink, IRB editor, Advarra

Our recent criminology & criminal justice grads further their studies in top graduate programs at institutions including:

• University of Washington School of Law
• Washington State University
• Montana State University
• Gonzaga University School of Law

What related majors can I explore?

• Sociology
• Business Management
• Psychology
• Pre-Law