Bachelor's in Sociology - Criminology and Justice Studies

Analyze criminal behavior and master empirical data analysis at UNC Greensboro. Earn a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in Criminology and Justice Studies. This undergraduate program pairs social theory with quantitative and qualitative research methods. You will examine how legal systems and public safety institutions operate. Build strong analytical skills for law school, graduate study, or public service. Prepare for direct roles in probation, law enforcement, legal defense, and community advocacy.

Criminology and Justice Studies PROGRAM highlights

• Top-Ranked Academic Demand: Join one of UNCG’s top ten most popular undergraduate majors. Enjoy high student engagement and strong career outcomes.
• Nationally Recognized Reputation: Learn within a Department of Sociology recognized nationally for research impact.
• #1 Faculty Publishing Rank: Study under world-class scholars. Our faculty book publishing output ranks #1 among institutional peers according to Academic Analytics.
• Leading Field Experts: Work directly with nationally renowned faculty. They specialize in feminist, African American, peacemaking, and corporate criminology.
• Applied Community Research Hub: Gain exposure to UNCG’s Center for Housing and Community Studies. This research hub delivers data and policy analysis to build safe, sustainable communities.

THE Criminology and Justice Studies STUDENT EXPERIENCE

• Receive Expert Faculty Mentorship: Develop a deep understanding of social structure through direct faculty mentorship.
• Master In-Demand Data Skills: Build core technical competencies in quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Gain Field Internship Experience: Connect classroom theory to real-world practice through field internships. Partner with local police, public defender offices, and legal aid groups.
• Conduct Applied Community Research: Participate in technical assistance and community research alongside center scholars.
• Study Abroad Globally: Expand your legal perspective through global study abroad courses. Program locations include France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, and Taiwan.
• Connect Through Academic Organizations: Build professional networks through student clubs and Alpha Kappa Delta.

AFTER GRADUATIng with a bachelor’s in Criminology and Justice Studies

• Diverse Public & Private Sector Careers: Launch careers in public health, social services, criminal justice, and corporate settings.
• Respected Regional & National Employers: Join UNCG alumni working across leading public and private organizations. Employers include federal probation, public defender offices, Triangle Family Services, and JPMorgan Chase.
• Law School Preparation: Build the logical reasoning skills required for top law schools. Graduates attend Wake Forest, Elon, CUNY, and UNC Charlotte.
• Advanced Graduate School Pathways: Pursue master’s and doctoral degrees at world-class universities. Alumni attend Northwestern, Chicago, Vanderbilt, Purdue, and N.C. State.

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