B.S., CRIMINAL JUSTICE

An interdisciplinary and unique curriculum focused on restorative justice

WHY CHOOSE CRIMINAL JUSTICE / RESTORATIVE JUSTICE?Unlike a traditional Criminal Justice degree, USJ’s program is designed with a unique focus, moving away from older thinking and toward the innovative use of restorative theory and practice across all fields. Through their study of restorative justice, students learn about underlying principles of accountability, while focusing on victims and community, general public policies, and specific programs and practices.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIESUSJ’s Criminal Justice / Restorative Justice program provides students with a solid foundation for continued education at the graduate level or entrance into the workforce, where they become a catalyst for change in their community. With this bachelor’s degree, students can pursue numerous careers, including:

Criminal Justice is ranked the fifth best major for employment

Prepare for advanced graduate study and a meaningful career

» Police Officer

» Peace Process Coordinator

» Resource Officer

» Restorative Justice Coordinator

» Investigative Journalist

» FBI Agent

» Detective

» Community Organizer

» Lawyer

» Victims’ Rights Advocate

West Hartford, CT

Portland 204 miles

Concord 154 miles

Boston 104 miles

Providence 76 miles

New York 124 miles

ACADEMIC DISTINCTIVENESSAs Criminal Justice / Restorative Justice majors, students combine coursework, internships, and experiential learning, preparing them to:

» Learn about the causes and correlates of crime, methods of prevention, and responsibilities of the people and systems involved in criminal justice processes

» Articulate relevant and critical questions concerning crime and meaningfully address such issues from a variety of perspectives

» Experience and understand the practical and ethical implications of the work of justice professionals

LOCATION AND CAMPUS FEATURES

» 90-acre campus in West Hartford, CT Located minutes from Blue Back Square — a vibrant shopping and dining district midway between Boston and New York City

» The O’Connell Athletic Center Houses a pool, indoor track, athletic training room, and newly-renovated fitness center

» Art Museum, USJ With more than 2,000 transformative art displays, ours is one of the most sought-after campus museums in Connecticut

» Autorino Center for the Arts and Humanities An award-winning arts center that features first-class performances in the beautiful Hoffman Auditorium

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