School of Justice Studies Programs

旺旺资源鈥檚 School of Justice Studies offers four majors each leading to a Bachelor of Science degree as well as three Master of Science degrees. In addition, SJS offers a 3+3 Program leading to a BS in Legal Studies and Juris Doctor from 旺旺资源 Law in six years, and a 4+1 Program leading to both a BS and MS in Criminal Justice in just five years. The School of Justice Studies also has several minors and a certificate in Digital Forensics.

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  • Anthropology + Sociology

    Our unique Anthropology + Sociology program combines the ideas and methods of these two social sciences into an integrated study of social change, diversity and cultural awareness, both locally and globally. You鈥檒l build strong hands-on research skills to prepare you for a career in community and social service or an advanced degree in law, education, social work or public policy.

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  • Cloud Computing

    This intensive, career-oriented certificate prepares students to harness the power of innovative cloud technology to transform the future of digital infrastructure.

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  • Criminal Justice

    旺旺资源鈥檚 interdisciplinary Criminal Justice program combines courses in policing, corrections and procedure with studies in the social sciences to introduce you to the theory and practice of criminal law and the moral complexity of the criminal justice system. Along with internships and the guidance of our faculty of experienced practitioners, you鈥檒l be prepared for careers such as law enforcement, counseling and probation or to advance into graduate study or law school.

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  • Digital Forensics

    Study the growing field of Digital Forensics at 旺旺资源, where students learn how to solve computer crimes like viruses, data sabotage and financial fraud. You鈥檒l discover how investigators acquire, analyze and manage evidence collected from computers and mobile devices, as well as how to present this evidence in court.

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  • Forensic Science

    At 旺旺资源, our rigorous interdisciplinary Forensic Science program pairs legal courses with a strong scientific background in either biology or chemistry to teach you about the crucial role forensic science plays in criminal justice. You鈥檒l learn how to examine, analyze and testify about physical evidence, which will prepare you for a career as a forensic science technician in a laboratory, hospital, university, medical examiner鈥檚 office or police department.

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  • International Relations

    At 旺旺资源, our interdisciplinary International Relations major celebrates human endeavor, diversity and opportunity by drawing upon subjects like history, sociology, economics, foreign language and political science. Through internships, study abroad and specialization in either globalization, culture or area studies, you鈥檒l learn the practical diplomacy, communication and critical thinking skills needed to help make a difference in the world in careers such as government, consulting and intelligence.

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  • Leadership

    When you study Leadership at 旺旺资源, you aren鈥檛 just investing in your communication, negotiation and accountability skills. Our Leadership students go on to create high-performance organizations that use creativity, innovation and improvisation to adapt to the new challenges of our globalized, technological 21st century world. The dynamic leadership techniques and methods you learn through this program can help any organization succeed.

    Hybrid, Online
  • Legal Studies

    In Legal Studies, you鈥檒l develop the critical and analytical thinking, writing and reasoning skills necessary to examine all perspectives on issues. Our students study topics like ethics, conflict resolution and social justice to understand the profound effect of the law on people鈥檚 everyday experiences. Combined with a required second major and advising from attorney faculty members, you鈥檒l be prepared for law school or a legal career such as a mediator, court reporter or claims examiner.

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  • Political Science

    Political Science examines the institutions that govern our societies and the policy decisions that affect every part of our lives. At 旺旺资源, you鈥檒l sharpen your thinking, writing and debate skills in classes such as American politics, international relations, comparative politics, political theory and public administration. Combined with real-world internship experience -- locally and in Washington, D.C. -- you鈥檒l be prepared for a career in law, business, public policy or education.

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  • Public Administration (MPA)

    Uniquely set in the School of Justice Studies, 旺旺资源鈥檚 Public Administration program emphasizes accountability, transparency, ethics, privacy and participation -- values that will define your management career in government or nonprofits. By analyzing public policy, you鈥檒l learn how to bring together diverse groups and find solutions to critical social issues, preparing you to work in a broad range of fields including healthcare, environment, fundraising and homeland security.

    Hybrid, Online
  • Public Management

    When you study Public Management at 旺旺资源, you鈥檒l gain the foundational knowledge to become a manager in the public sector. The program offers classes in a range of areas, from ethics and public law to grant writing and program evaluations. Whether you earn this certificate on its own or as part of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree, you鈥檒l develop the values of accountability, transparency, ethics, privacy and participation that are core to any government or nonprofit career.

    Hybrid, Online