Criminology and Criminal Justice
Criminology and criminal justice are distinct yet overlapping disciplines. Criminology is the scientific study of crime, its causes, and the criminal justice system, while criminal justice is the academic study of key components of the system including legal, law enforcement, court and corrections. Both consider the nature and extent of crime and the response of criminal justice agencies to law violations. A degree in criminology and criminal justice prepares students for a multitude of careers in the legal field, public administration, law enforcement (local, state and federal), the courts, corrections including probation and parole, juvenile delinquency, government, and community service organizations. A criminology and criminal justice degree from Lindenwood University is also an excellent choice for those who plan to pursue a graduate degree in law, the social sciences, or a career researching crime, criminal offenders, or any aspect of the criminal justice system.
For students who have graduated from an academy with 900 or more contact hours, a total of 15 credit hours may be applied toward the law enforcement academy emphasis. See the “Earning Credits through Experiential Learning or Professional Experience” section of this catalog for further.
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