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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

Success Stories

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.
Alumni Profile

Jake Slemker promoted to head soccer coach at Wright State

Jake Slemker played for the Raiders from 2003 to 2006 and has served on the soccer team's staff for the last eight years.
Student Profile

Courage for the future

Brianna Brown, a senior majoring in crime and justice studies at Wright State, hopes to work with the FBI or help juveniles in the criminal justice system.