{"id":47769,"date":"2026-07-28T16:40:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T20:40:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wvstateu.edu\/college-of-arts-humanities-and-public-affairs\/criminal-justice\/"},"modified":"2026-08-04T17:29:53","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T21:29:53","slug":"criminal-justice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wvstateu.edu\/college-of-arts-humanities-and-public-affairs\/departments\/criminal-justice\/","title":{"rendered":"Criminal Justice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Department of Criminal Justice prepares students for roles as knowledgeable citizens and responsible criminal justice professionals in a global society.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Department of Criminal Justice<\/strong> at West Virginia State University welcomes students who strive to make a difference in the world and become successful professionals. As a department, our faculty are committed to helping you achieve your goals and pursue your passion. Located in the College of Professional Studies, the Department of Criminal Justice encourages the pursuit of excellence to prepare you for a career of professional service within the Criminal Justice system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our outstanding Criminal Justice faculty are committed to preparing you for these careers through a challenging curriculum that encompasses areas in law enforcement, courts\/legal studies, corrections and investigations. Your student experience will include opportunities beyond the classroom, such as, internships, interaction with criminal justice field professionals, departmental organizations and attendance at various conferences. These activities will enrich your knowledge of the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bachelor of Science (BS) in Criminal Justice<\/div>\n
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The Department of Criminal Justice offers a curriculum that will provide students with a thorough understanding of the criminal justice system and its interrelationship with society. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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Master of Science (MS) in Criminal Justice Administration<\/div>\n
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The Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration prepares students for careers in the field of criminal justice and will enhance the careers of those already in the field. The program is designed to be completed within six semesters and includes a comprehensive final examination.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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