Justice

Criminal justice majors benefit from extensive hands-on learning and career development opportunities at UAF. Many find employment through our program with criminal justice agencies and other organizations in the region. We have a dedicated advising team to help you explore your options and guide you throughout your program of study. In addition to being offered at the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks, Alaska, the criminal justice degree is available entirely online. A criminal justice degree is a versatile degree program that examines law enforcement, the courts and corrections. Majors in criminal justice are growing in popularity because they provide a launching pad to a wide range of careers. Also, many law enforcement agencies are starting to require a bachelor’s degree for some high-demand jobs. In addition to preparing you for careers, a bachelor’s in criminal justice will provide a solid academic foundation for pursuing graduate study in your field of interest. This innovative bachelor’s program features hands-on internship placements in justice agencies, providing real-life experience that will give you a major advantage when applying for positions in the field. Emphasizing restorative justice, our criminal justice degree also explores tribal justice systems and justice in rural environments. Designed for professionals interested in pursuing criminal justice jobs in Alaska or the Pacific Northwest, the justice degree at UAF examines law enforcement, the courts and corrections. The online version of the justice degree is ideal for students who are balancing education with careers and family, or live outside the region.