At Florida Atlantic, you’ll gain a strong foundation in both theory and applied research, with courses that address current issues like leadership, ethics, and the impact of class, race, and gender in the justice system. The program is flexible, offering on-campus, online, and hybrid courses. You can also jumpstart your graduate studies as an undergraduate, and many students have the opportunity to earn graduate or teaching assistantships. The curriculum is designed to help you become a leader, policy maker, or research analyst who can drive positive change in the criminal justice field.
Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic
Undergraduate Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice (BACJ) – On-campus and Online
- Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence with Criminal Justice (B.S.A.I.)
- Minor in Criminal Justice
- Minor in Criminal Law
- Minor in Forensic Investigation
Graduate Degrees
- Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSCCJ)
- Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree Program (earn up to 12 master’s credits as a senior)
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
1. Build a strong foundation in criminological theory, research methods, and evidence-based practices.
2. Prepare students to analyze and address crime-related public policy issues.
3. Equip graduates to lead, manage, and evaluate organizations within the criminal justice system.
4. Foster the ability to integrate research findings into real-world initiatives and policy decisions.
2. Prepare students to analyze and address crime-related public policy issues.
3. Equip graduates to lead, manage, and evaluate organizations within the criminal justice system.
4. Foster the ability to integrate research findings into real-world initiatives and policy decisions.
1. Apply theoretical knowledge to real-life crime problems and policy questions.
2. Critically evaluate criminal justice policies and practices using research and data analysis.
3. Demonstrate ethical leadership and professional values in diverse justice settings.
4. Communicate effectively as practitioners, policy makers, or researchers.
5. Be academically prepared for advanced doctoral-level studies or research careers.
2. Critically evaluate criminal justice policies and practices using research and data analysis.
3. Demonstrate ethical leadership and professional values in diverse justice settings.
4. Communicate effectively as practitioners, policy makers, or researchers.
5. Be academically prepared for advanced doctoral-level studies or research careers.
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Lincoln B. Sloas, Ph.D
Associate Professor and Graduate Program Coordinator
College of Social Work and Criminal Justice
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