Public Service and Public Policy (Criminology) ,BS
Administration, Corrections, Criminal Justice, Justice, Justice Studies, Management, State government, Urban Studies, analysis, city, federal government, government, law, prelaw, social
Are you interested in the management of the justice system? Are you eager to explore how policy and government affect the lives of others? This flexible degree program, located in downtown Phoenix, features a curriculum that can prepare you for in-demand leadership careers in public safety and justice administration.
The School of Public Affairs offers a concentration in criminology as part of the Bachelor of Science program in public service and public policy, providing you with more specialized knowledge about the policy implications of criminology-related decisions and actions.
This program introduces you to the foundations of criminal justice and criminology and enhances it with training on how to lead, manage and influence change in the public sector.
- College/school:
Watts College of Public Service & Community Solutions
- Location: Downtown Phoenix
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
- Math
intensity: General
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 is required to change to this program.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Students seeking in-depth knowledge of the public sector related to agencies that work with criminal justice systems in various capacities can benefit from studying abroad. Students can observe how public policies in other countries directly impact policing and criminality, thus showing the concepts they have learned through a distinct cultural lens.
Criminology continues to be a highly sought-after area, but many of the career pathways involve working in or around government. The program is primarily focused on individuals interested in or working in the public sector. The skills and knowledge graduates possess allow them to successfully function in many types of organizations, though the primary focus is on public organizations.
A BS degree in public service and public policy is preparation for entry- and midlevel supervisory and managerial positions in city, county, state and federal agencies. Graduates are prepared for work in nonprofit organizations and in the private sector at the interface of public affairs and private enterprise. For those who already have work experience, the degree provides further opportunity for promotion.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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4.3%
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$213,990
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-7.8%
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$58,940
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-2.8%
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$77,970
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2.0%
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$76,590
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4.4%
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$105,770
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1.0%
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$54,210
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2.9%
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$106,040
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-3.1%
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$142,080
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3.4%
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Not available
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6.4%
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$80,390
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School of Public Affairs
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UCENT 400
spa@asu.edu
602-496-0450
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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