Indiana State University: Criminology & Criminal Justice Alumni & Careers

Alumni & Careers

Opportunities for careers in criminology and criminal justice continue to expand. As a graduate you will have opportunities available in the areas of:

Law enforcement or correction agencies at the federal, state, or local levels
Safety and security programs
Investigators with government agencies, insurance companies, and law firms
State criminal justice planning program such as Big Brother/Big Sister or group homes

Students who major in criminology and criminal justice have traditionally pursued careers in teaching, research, or some phase of the criminal justice system. Generally, students with a Bachelor's degree are qualified for lower- and middle-level positions. Many students who earn the Bachelor's degree enter a law school or a graduate program in criminology or some related discipline. Master's degree students can often qualify for middle- and upper-level positions in the criminal justice system. Completion of the Ph.D. degree is the usual prerequisite for appointment to a college-level teaching position.

The graduates of Indiana State University in criminology and criminal justice over the last few years have been rather successful in obtaining suitable employment in the criminal justice field and in securing admission to law schools or graduate study programs. However, it should be noted that success in such endeavors is enhanced by demonstrated knowledge of the discipline as well as mastery of communicative and research skills, so the student is encouraged to plan his or her program to identify and eliminate any weaknesses in these areas.

Career Fair

The Department of Criminology & Criminal Justice held its annual Career Fair April 9, 2008.

Agencies who attended this year's Career Fair were:

May 2007 Commencement Photos

These are a few photos from the May 2007 commencement.