₹33.3 L/Yr
is far more than the study of "how" crimes occur, it explains the underlying reasons?why?crimes occur in society. The Criminology major at Assumption College provides students with an understanding of crime as a social phenomenon, both regarding its causes and its consequences for society.?
Coursework in the major encompasses the study of how laws are made (the sociology of law), why some people break those laws (theories of crime), and the societal reaction to law-breaking behavior by the criminal justice system (the field of penology).The Criminology major also gives students a strong background in the social science research methods and sociological theories they will need throughout their careers.
The Criminology major at Assumption emphasizes personal, hands-on experience and independent research. The required Internship Seminar provides opportunities for experiential learning in agencies and organizations within the criminal justice system or closely allied professions like victim services agencies.
Benefits and Features of a Criminology Degree at Assumption:- Opportunity to double major in sociology and criminology in just 18 courses.
- An understanding of the history of the field of criminology as an academic discipline that is both broad and deep
- Exposure to the theories of legal creation
- Receive training in the scientific skills that form the foundation of the discipline of criminology ?? essential skills regardless of your career path.
- Develop an appreciation of how the criminal justice system operates.
- Acquire skills that are most sought by employers, including writing, oral presentations, data analysis, and the ability to analyze organizational structures.
- Opportunities to conduct research with faculty.
- Present your own research project at the Undergraduate Research Symposium and regional and national professional meetings.
- Develop mentoring relationships with faculty; our small department allows students to get to know the faculty well.
- Apply learning in the real world and explore careers through Internships (link to internships page).
- Flexibility in selecting elective courses to match your special interests.
Career Opportunities
Assumption criminology graduates have found careers in:
- Institutional Corrections
- Law
- Law Enforcement
- Probation and Parole\
- Social and Human Service Agencies
- Diversion and treatment programs that are designed to provide alternatives to incarceration, especially for juvenile offenders
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements:
- Submit official transcripts of high school and other education completed
- Applicants should have completed the following coursework: four years of english, three years of mathematics, two years of history and science, two years of foreign language
- Submit a letter of recommendation from counselor or teacher
- Submit a personal statement or essay
- Submitting SAT/ACT score is optional
- Submit English Language Proficiency test scores
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum score of 80 in ibt; 550 in PBT
- IELTS: minimum score of 6.5
- PTE: minimum 53
- Duolingo: minimum 105
Scores Required
6.5 / 9
Avg. Score in
IELTS
80 / 120
Avg. Score in
TOEFL
53 / 90
Avg. Score in
PTE
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 2.9 L/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
BL Mandhana Scholarships | Scholarship per student₹ 8.3 L/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Forktip Women’s- Innovation Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Deutschland Stipendium Program | Scholarship per student₹ 3.6 L/Yr$4,363 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
1st Formations Business Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 66,312/Yr$800 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Gunvant & Bharati Parekh College Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 82,890/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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