Criminal Justice Major - General Criminal Justice Concentration
A major in Criminal Justice at Grace College will explore the ins and outs of the criminal justice system. As you consider an array of colleges with Criminal Justice majors near you in the midwest, be assured that when you find your way to Winona Lake, Indiana, you will discover a top college for Criminal Justice taught with a biblical worldview. A Grace College Criminal Justice degree will help you make workable connections between behavioral science and police work, preparing you to weigh questions and create conversation in a Christian college context.Â
This program is for you if you are serious about creating an impact in a Criminal Justice career. With a bachelor’s degree from a Criminal Justice school, you will be required to get real-world experience ensuring you are equipped for jobs in the police and detective force, social services, crime scene investigation, and countless other areas.Â
Future law enforcer, the way forward is Grace.
Grace College is offering New Criminal Justice Concentrations!
General Criminal Justice: a good overview of all areas of the criminal justice system. This is a great option for those wanting to go into corrections, such as probation or parole work. This concentration is ideal for those wanting to work with offenders or in the incarceration system.
Law Enforcement:Â an overview of policing at the local and federal level. This concentration is good for those interested in working in the Department of Natural Resources or in federal jobs such as air marshals.
Social Sciences:Â a concentration for the social services line. This option is geared toward those wanting to work with juveniles or families.
Educational Focus
- Criminal Justice System
- Police Work
- Juvenile Delinquency
- Criminal Law
- Victimology
- Forensics
- Graduate School Preparation
Internship Opportunities
- Local or County Agencies
- Federal or State Agencies
- FBI
- CASA
- Campus Safety
- Warsaw, Syracuse, Winona Lake Police Departments
- Special O.P.S. K9 Academy, Inc.
- Kosciusko County Probation Office
- Warsaw Citizens Police Academy
Career Opportunities
- Police
- Probation/Parole Officer
- Corrections Officer
- Detective
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Law School
- Juvenile Institution Worker
- Legal Assistant
- Social Worker
Criminal Justice – General Criminal Justice Concentration is a Good Fit for Those Who Are:
- Strong in Moral Character
- Critical Thinkers
- Proficient in Writing Skills
- Good Communicators
- Conscientious
- Analytical
Featured Staff
of Grace College Behavioral Science graduates are employed or in graduate school
has the opportunity to conduct, submit, and publish research
of courses integrate biblical truth with criminal justice content
Experienced Faculty & Staff
Our faculty and staff are expertly skilled in their fields and they care about your goals, future, and well being.
Education with a Biblical Worldview
At the heart of a Grace education are academically challenging courses that are specifically designed to foster a thirst for character, competence, and service within the hearts and minds of our students.
"At Grace College, I have had the opportunity to learn about common human behaviors from a wide range of perspectives including a biblical perspective. The professors in the Behavioral Science Department desire to see you grow in both intrapersonal and interpersonal skills. They challenge me to test my knowledge and apply concepts and skills I have learned. I am being equipped to seek the value Christ has given us all and help others see it in themselves."
Camryn Stuart, Grace College Student