Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Criminal Justice] From University of Nebraska

Students who major in Criminal Justice have dozens of exciting occupations to choose from. In addition to entering the work force directly after completing their undergraduate degrees, criminal justice majors also find their degree to be an excellent stepping stone to graduate school, and many have gone on to law school.

Criminal justice careers are very challenging, demanding only the most qualified applicants. Successful job applicants must be of the highest character, and be prepared to have their backgrounds, medical, and psychological fitness investigated by prospective employers. While criminal justice careers are demanding as to commitment, work hours, and character qualification, few other professions offer such challenges and interesting work assignments.

UNK Criminal Justice majors have been successful in establishing careers in a wide variety of exciting fields. In fact, we routinely hear back from our graduates that their Criminal Justice education at UNK prepared them well for the experiences and tasks they have encountered in their careers.