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Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice

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Aspire to positively impact your community? Consider a career in criminal justice and criminology.

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Criminology and Criminal Justice students build foundational knowledge and experience needed to develop innovative and collaborative solutions to the challenging and complex justice issues facing our society.

Students have the opportunity to focus their coursework in Victimology and Victim Studies, Policing and Violence Intervention, Juvenile Justice reform and more!

A Challenging Curriculum

Students in Criminology and Criminal Justice at UNO are challenged by our expert faculty and demanding curriculum. The Bachelor of Science degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice requires students to complete 120 credit hours with a minimum overall GPA of 2.0.

For general program information and transfer requirements, click here. For degree-specific requirements, click here. To review our course catalog, complete with course descriptions, click here.

Enhanced Learning Opportunities

  • Each year approximately 120 of our students complete internships with criminal justice agencies and related community organizations.
  • For more than 30 years, our London Study Abroad program has allowed students to travel to London and learn about United Kingdom justice system.

Fast Track Program for undergraduates to a master's degree path now available! (4+1 program)

The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice has developed a Fast Track program for highly qualified and motivated students providing the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in an accelerated time frame. Get more information on the Fast Track program.

Announcements

  • Armstrong wins national mentoring award
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  • Rosario Briganti: Corrections Officer (Intern) Extraordinaire
  • From Intern to Paid Employee
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Contact Us

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School of Criminology and Criminal Justice

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