Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

The bachelor of science (BS) degree in criminal justice provides graduates with a solid foundation in the field of criminal justice, both its essential components and emerging areas, with a focus on leadership and applied to learn. With strong preparation in conceptual knowledge, students gain practical experience in criminal justice, including the opportunity to complete either an internship or a lab-based criminal investigation course in their final semester.

Alfred State is part of the largest, most comprehensive public higher education system in the United States, the State University of New York (SUNY). Even though we are part of the largest educational system, we are known as a personal and caring institution. U.S. News & World Report ranks Alfred State 17 among the top regional colleges in the North. We are located in the foothills of the Alleghany Mountains in Alfred, New York. The community is peaceful, safe, and the people are amicable and helpful to students.

Features of Alfred State:

• The Middle States Commission regionally accredits the college on Higher Education.
• Scholarships are available for qualified international students every fall semester
• Access directly into major
• College founded in 1908
• ESL support
• Wireless campus
• 13 on-campus residence halls
• Employment opportunities on campus
• An extended stay in residence halls at no extra charge during fall and spring semester breaks

Many of our programs lead to internships with area companies. We also offer job placement services and very active academic advising and counselling. In our most recent placement survey, 99% of our graduates either found jobs or pursued four-year degrees.