Criminal Justice Major at RWU

Earn your Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice in Rhode Island

At RWU, the on-campus Criminal Justice major in Bristol, Rhode Island, blends classroom learning with practical, real-world experience, preparing students for success across New England and beyond. With support from experienced faculty and strong connections to the field, students gain the knowledge and hands-on skills they need to understand the justice system and succeed in a wide range of careers.

Hands-On Criminal Justice Degree and Career Prep at RWU

  • Real-world experience through internships at law enforcement, legal, and community-based agencies
     
  • Expert faculty with diverse backgrounds in the justice system who bring academic and professional insight to the classroom
     
  • Flexible double major and minor options in areas like psychology, legal studies, or cybersecurity to expand your career potential

     
  • Criminal Justice majors have the option to begin graduate-level coursework during their senior year through the 4+1 B.S./M.S. 
    in Criminal Justice program or pursue the 3+3 J.D. program with RWU Law to complete their bachelor’s and law degrees in six years.
     
  • Proven outcomes with 97% of 2022 graduates employed or in graduate school within six months
     
  • Recognized for excellence as the #2 criminal justice program in Rhode Island by College Factual

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Kayla Elliott

Alumni Spotlight

Through RWU’s Criminal Justice 4+1 program and an internship with the U.S. Probation Office, Kayla Elliott ’21 discovered her path in federal law enforcement. She now works where she once interned; applying the leadership skills and real-world experience she gained at RWU.

Kayla credits the strong faculty support and hands-on opportunities she had at RWU for helping her step confidently into a career in public service.

Read about Kayla