Undergraduate Programs

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"CECH has the best advisors on campus and the most knowledgeable professors. Everyone is so helpful and willing to help every student."

Olivia Sizemore B.S. in Criminal Justice & B.A. in Psychology c/o 2020

About our Undergraduate Programs

The School of Criminal Justice offers several undergraduate Criminal Justice certificate programs, degrees, and minors that will prepare our students for real-world expecations in the areas of law enforcement, correction, criminal research, and law. Our students obtain hands on experience while earning their degree from some of the best faculty in the field. If you want to serve your community through the avenues of Criminal Justice, our program is for you! 


Career Opportunities

Earning a degree from the University of Cincinnati in either Criminal Justice or Paralegal Studies will open a world of exciting career opportunities for you to explore. In addition, both industries have promise in their growth and earnings potential, making an undergraduate degree from the School of Criminal Justice an excellent investment in yourself and your future. Here are some of the career opportunities that are in demand:

  • Surveillance Officer 
  • Security Management Specialist
  • Probation Officer
  • Police Cheif
  • Fraud Examiner
  • Special Agent
  • Defense Intelligence Agent

Data provided by BLS, 2021


Onsite Undergraduate Programs

Online Undergraduate Programs