Criminal Justice

Get a competitive edge with the highly ranked Criminal Justice programs at PennWest University.

Are you a born leader with an inquisitive mind and a knack for solving problems? Do you hold yourself and others to high ethical standards? Are you willing to work hard for what you believe in? If so, you can find success through PennWest’s associate and bachelor’s degree programs in Criminal Justice.

Both the A.S. and B.S. in Criminal Justice go beyond vocational training to enhance your understanding of human behavior and sharpen your knowledge of the major functions and operations of the criminal justice system.

Energetic faculty with extensive career experience will guide you through the fundamentals of law enforcement, courts and corrections. At the same time, they will help you hone your critical thinking as well as oral and written communications skills and gain insight into the value of statistics, research and ethics.

In the bachelor's program, you’ll have the opportunity to narrow your focus through coursework and connect with industry professionals through networking events, job shadowing, internship and job fairs and organizational visits.

As you pursue your degree, you will become well-prepared for leadership positions in various justice-related fields or go on for further studies in law or graduate school.