Criminology and Criminal Justice - Reynolds College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities

Undergraduate programs

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Major

Criminology and criminal justice

Study the causes and impact of crime. Available in seated or online formats.

Have professional training in criminal justice?

Take advantage of your hard work.

You may be able to receive academic credit for criminal justice training toward the bachelor's degree (major) in criminology and criminal justice.

Entering a new era

We're proud to announce the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, effective July 1, 2023. It's more than just a name change.

Discover what's ahead (.pdf)

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Join the alumni board

Alumni: Your expertise is wanted. You can play a big role in helping current Bears prepare for the criminal justice field.

Learn about the board

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Undergraduate certificates

Stand out in the criminology field. Certificates give you extra specialization.

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Certificate

Conservation law enforcement

Protect wildlife and the environment.

Certificate

Criminal courts

Explore the court processes and structures found in the U.S. and Missouri.

Certificate

Criminal investigation

Take action on the scene or in the lab.

Certificate

Family and juvenile support services

Gain specialized training on modern families, youth and the legal situations they can face.

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Certificate

National security and strategic studies

Study the key issues that shape domestic and global security. Administered by the political science and philosophy department.

Certificate

Victim advocacy

Help people affected by violence, abuse, trauma and other crime.

Minor

Criminology minor

Already have a major? Consider a criminology minor.

Graduate programs

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Master's

Criminology and criminal justice (MS)

Reach higher levels in criminal justice. Available 100 percent online.

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Certificate

Crime prevention

Understand the latest ways to limit crime.

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Certificate

Criminal investigation

Explore the key processes of crime solving.

Certificate

Criminal justice leadership and management

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RCASH faculty named inaugural Education Abroad Faculty Fellows
Tuesday March 11, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
Jeff Loughary, Nikki Ferry and Dr. William Harwood were among eight Missouri State faculty members named to the 2025 cohort.
Scouts earn badges at MSU’s Merit Badge University
Friday February 21, 2025 at 8:15 p.m.
Over 100 scouts attended the one-day event in January.
MSU Mock Trial team wins first place at Mid-Missouri tournament
Thursday February 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Four team members also took individual top honors during the event.
Now taking applications for CSI Camp 2025
Thursday February 6, 2025 at 6:21 p.m.
The School of Criminology and Criminal Justice will host two sessions June 9-12 and July 28-31.
Sandel and Brewington attend ALERRT conference
Monday February 3, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
The two received a special invitation to present to law enforcement representatives from across the nation.
Criminology graduate advocates for justice and community
Tuesday January 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
Haley O’Brien reflects on her growth at MSU and her future goals.