Doctor of Criminal Justice
Reach the pinnacle of criminal justice scholarship. Conduct groundbreaking research, shape national policy, and lead transformative change in the justice system.
Terminal Degree
Highest credential in criminal justice
Original Research
Contribute new knowledge to criminology
Policy Leadership
Shape justice policy at the highest levels
Program Overview
The Doctor of Criminal Justice is designed for senior professionals and scholars who want to make lasting contributions through original research and executive leadership in the justice system.
You'll conduct dissertation research addressing critical challenges in policing, corrections, courts, or public policy while developing expertise to lead agencies, advise legislators, and teach at the university level.
Core Competencies
- ✓Advanced research methodology in criminology
- ✓Criminal justice policy development
- ✓Organizational leadership and reform
- ✓Quantitative and qualitative analysis
- ✓Dissertation development and defense
Career Paths
University Professor
Teach and research at universities
Agency Director
Lead federal or state agencies
Policy Researcher
Lead justice research at think tanks
Legislative Advisor
Advise lawmakers on justice reform
Ready to Transform the Justice System?
Take the ultimate step in your criminal justice career.