Bacharel em Criminologia e Justiça Criminal

Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice

Become a counselor at a youth correctional facility. Continue on to law school and become a defense attorney or prosecutor. Supervise and counsel those who have been convicted of a crime in a state prison or community setting. BVU’s criminology and criminal justice program will provide you with strong preparation for many careers and is an excellent foundation for graduate school or law school.

As criminology and criminal justice major, you’ll examine the principal areas of the criminal justice system, including law enforcement, juvenile justice, the legal system, and corrections. The program’s unique integration of criminological theory and criminal justice administration and policy will equip you with the knowledge to adapt in these ever-evolving fields. You will also gain practical experience through a wide range of internship opportunities, and as a culmination of your studies, you’ll complete a senior capstone course to refine your professional skills and synthesize knowledge. With criminology and criminal justice degree from BVU, you will hone your problem-solving and communication abilities, and learn to think critically about the causes, consequences, prevention, and control of criminal activity.

Who We Are

Welcome to Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa. Our picturesque campus covers 60 acres and is located on the shores of a 3,200-acre natural lake. Storm Lake has a population of just over 10,000 with an assortment of retail, entertainment and dining offerings for when you feel like escaping campus for a little while. BVU offers an engaging and collaborative educational experience. Enjoy a small classroom setting where you will learn about the world, life and yourself from professors who care about you and are invested in your growth. BVU’s top-notch faculty will use real-world examples alongside proven lessons to prepare you for success after you walk through the Victory Arch on graduation day. Outside the classrooms, you will have a variety of options to explore your interests and passions. From athletics and performing arts to politics and service, you have access to a multitude of resources and organizations so you can be actively involved in your community – on campus and beyond. Our wireless campus makes it easy to stay connected to class work and friends, whether you’re sitting in the library or lounging by the lake.

Beyond Storm Lake

Maybe you already have some college credit and want to finish your college degree in a learning-focused environment like ours, but need to stay closer to home. We have a solution. BVU has 15 locations in communities around the state, with our Graduate & Professional Studies program.