Criminal Justice

The Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice program focuses on the development of leadership and analytical skills of students who aspire to earn executive positions in the criminal justice system.

Why Study Criminal Justice?

The Bachelor’s of Science in Criminal Justice program focuses on the development of leadership and analytical skills of students who aspire to obtain executive positions in the criminal justice system, including the court system, correctional facilities, emergency response, and law enforcement agencies among others. Students completing the program can go directly to work or transfer into a Master in Public Administration, Master in Criminal Justice or Master in Public Policy.

Those in law enforcement work in a wide variety of careers and play a vital role in the safety and protection of citizens and society. Graduates with a Criminal Justice degree can obtain positions in the court system, correctional facilities, emergency response, law enforcement and other related fields.

Why You Should Choose Manor

Manor College’s personalized education and close-knit community create the perfect environment for success. Our courses provide students with unique opportunities to focus on areas such as court administration, homeland security, criminal psychology and corrections operations.

Manor College partnership with Widener University Delaware Law School

Manor College students will be admitted to Delaware Law after completing three years of undergraduate study at Manor College, thanks to a partnership between the two institutions. Requirements for admittance include:

75 percent completion of their bachelor degree
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for every semester at Manor College
Achieve an LSAT score that meets or exceeds the median LSAT score of Delaware Law’s most recent entering class
Satisfied Delaware Law’s admissions requirements for character and fitness
Complete an application by April 1 of the calendar year for intended enrollment.

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Why Study Criminal Justice?

What to Expect from the Curriculum

Students will begin by learning about the fundamentals of criminology, public policy analysis, supervisory management, correctional operations, and more, before moving into more advanced coursework on juvenile justice, leadership dynamics, occupational health and safety, corrections and more. Students are highly encouraged to take part in approved criminal justice internships during their senior year, for which they will receive school credit. The Criminal Justice B.S. program is 121 credits in total.

Read the Criminal Justice Suggested Curriculum Sequence