Criminology and Criminal Justice, Minor
Are you interested in criminology and criminal justice but don’t have room in your schedule to add the major? The CCJ minor at Saint Louis University may be right for you!
Pursuing a minor in criminology and criminal justice at SLU allows you to deepen your understanding of crime, justice and the systems that respond to them. You will gain an introduction to key issues and career paths related to law, courts, policing, corrections and community safety.
In just 18 credit hours, you will build a strong foundation in core concepts in criminology and criminal justice. The minor pairs well with majors such as psychology, social work, political science, public health, sociology, education, and prelaw adding depth and practical perspective to a wide range of career paths.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CCJ Required Courses | ||
| CCJ 1010 | Introduction to Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CCJ 2050 | Multiculturalism for Criminal Justice Professionals | 3 |
| CCJ 2150 | Criminology: Nature of Crime 1 | 3 |
| CCJ 3200 | Ethics in Criminal Justice | 3 |
| CCJ Electives | 6 | |
Select two (2) of the following: | ||
| Policing & Society | ||
| Institutional & Community Corrections | ||
| Juvenile Justice & Delinquency | ||
| Contemporary Theories of Crime 1 | ||
| Corporate & White-Collar Crime | ||
| Understanding Serial Killers | ||
| Victimology & Victimization | ||
| Gender, Sexuality, and the Criminal Justice System | ||
| Race, Ethnicity, and the Criminal Justice System | ||
| Mental Health & Crime | ||
| Research Methods in Criminology and Criminal Justice 1 | ||
| Statistics in Criminology and Criminal Justice 1 | ||
| Violence Against Women | ||
| Criminal Law & Procedure | ||
| Criminal Investigations | ||
| Criminology and Criminal Justice Internship | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Continuation Standards
- Cumulative GPA of at least 2.00.
- Minimum grade of “C-” in all Criminology and Criminal Justice (CCJ) Courses.
For admission questions, contact:
Social Work School Graduate Admissions Office
sswadmissions@slu.edu
314-977-2752
For program questions, contact:
Dyan McGuire, Ph.D., J.D.
Director of criminology and criminal justice programs
Associate professor of criminology and criminal justice
dyan.mcguire@slu.edu
314-977-2191