Criminal Justice Degrees | School of Legal Studies

We give students a solid background in leadership, law, and the meaning of justice. At Husson’s criminal justice school, students can build a strong foundation in law, leadership, criminology, and criminal investigation while preparing for a wide range of justice-related careers.

Husson can help you prepare for many careers in the criminal justice field, as well as help you advance in a career you have already started.

Degree Options

Husson students can choose from a variety of degree options in Criminal Justice, including:

• Bachelor's degree
• Dual Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology
• Dual Bachelor's and Master's degree (completed in 5 years)
• Master's degree in Criminal Justice Administration

These degrees in criminal justice give students flexible pathways to study criminal justice, criminal psychology, and leadership within the justice system.

Hands-On Experience

Undergraduate students in this program may choose from a wide range of internships and attend the Maine Criminal Justice Academy in their senior year to pursue certification to become eligible for employment as a full-time law enforcement officer upon graduation. That hands-on preparation can be valuable for students interested in becoming a police officer, working in criminal investigation, or building experience for other public safety and justice careers.

Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration

The Master of Science in Criminal Justice Administration Program incorporates the strengths in the traditional areas of law, budgeting, and policy-making, with careful attention to the development of skills in communication, interpersonal relations, psychology and leadership essential to effective performance in organizations. This emphasis on leadership, psychology, communication, and policy helps support students pursuing advanced study and careers across criminal justice administration, criminology, and related justice fields.

Curriculum

Coursework in Husson’s criminal justice programs can help students strengthen their understanding of criminology, criminal investigation, legal systems, psychology, and justice administration while building skills that apply to careers such as police officer, private investigator, corrections professional, or other criminal justice roles.

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Criminal Justice Program Associations and Partnerships

The following will take you to the homepages for each organization:

• Maine Criminal Justice Academy (MCJA)
• Maine Chiefs of Police Association
• Academy of Criminal Justice Science (ACJS)
• Northeastern Association of Criminal Justice Science (NEACJS)
• Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP)
• American Society of Criminology (ASC) 

NOTE: ANY FELONY OR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OR CLASS D MISDEMEANOR CONVICTION, OR ANY SIGNIFICANT PRIOR OR CURRENT DRUG USE WILL DISQUALIFY MOST PEOPLE SEEKING JOBS IN LAW ENFORCEMENT, CORRECTIONS, PROBATION/PAROLE, OR FORENSICS.

Why Choose Husson for Criminal Justice?

Students researching a criminal justice school often want a program that combines legal foundations, practical experience, and career-focused training. Husson offers multiple degrees in criminal justice, including a dual option in criminal justice and psychology, giving students the opportunity to explore criminology, criminal investigation, leadership, and justice system operations while preparing for future employment or graduate study.

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