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Crime and Justice Studies

You will study our criminal justice system, theories of criminal behavior, and institutions while working toward a degree in crime and justice studies at Wright State. You can develop analytical and ethical decision-making skills, the use of technology, data collection, and diverse communication channels. Learn to effectively serve and protect others as you consider a career field in government and public safety agencies. Choose a Bachelor of Arts program, an Associate of Technical Studies at the Lake Campus only, add a minor to your current major, go on to postgraduate work and earn a Master of Arts degree, or complete the Law Enforcement Academy at the Lake Campus.

Department: 
Crime and Justice Studies

What we offer

Crime and Justice Studies Minor

Fundamentals of Crime and Justice Studies Certificate

Undergraduate

Success Stories

Alumni Profile

Presidential protection

Wright State alumnus Michael Townsend thrives in his career with the U.S. Secret Service
Michael Townsend has been assigned to protect numerous heads of state, including Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden.
Student Profile

Talent to spare

Wright State bowler Madison Stiffler shines at the lanes, following a family tradition
Madison Stiffler, a junior crime and justice major at Wright State, is a star on the women’s club bowling team.
Student Profile

Aiming high

Wright State junior Kathryn Fiske’s story about success, failure and finding her true passions
Kathryn Fiske, a crime and justice studies major and Air Force ROTC cadet, learned to manage her interests, studies and life so she could thrive at Wright State.