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Criminal Justice

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A person in a sweater writes on a clipboard beside a lab table marked with numbered evidence placards, a skeleton model, and cleaning supplies—capturing the investigative side of criminal justice—in a classroom with a window and clock.

Pursue justice with integrity

The Criminal Justice major at Union University prepares students for careers in law enforcement, criminal justice administration, and related fields through an interdisciplinary curriculum grounded in Union’s four core values. Students develop a strong ethical foundation alongside practical knowledge of the criminal justice system and its institutions.

Quick Facts

Academic Program

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Science

Department

Department of Sociology and Family Studies

Format

In Person

Program Type

Major, Minor

Curriculum

What You'll Study

Criminal Justice at Union examines crime, law and the justice system through a framework that values both truth and human dignity. You'll build the knowledge, critical thinking skills and ethical foundation to pursue careers where your character is as important as your credentials.

A person wearing blue gloves and a maroon shirt operates scientific equipment on a lab bench, conducting forensic analysis in a laboratory filled with glassware, bottles, and instruments.

Pursuing Justice with Integrity and Moral Courage

At Union, the criminal justice degree is grounded in the conviction that justice matters and that serving others with integrity matters just as much. You’ll gain the knowledge, practical skills and Christ-centered foundation to pursue careers in law enforcement, corrections, public safety and related fields with competence, compassion and a commitment to the common good.

Related Programs

Family Studies Forensic Science Sociology Family Studies: Family Ministry Family Studies: Pre-Child Life Family Studies: Pre-Counseling Human Studies

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