Academics and Admissions

The criminal justice and criminology programs at Ball State are designed to give you the education and tools you need to have a successful career fighting and investigating crime, counseling and rehabilitating juveniles and adults, and serving the cause of justice on a local, state, or national level.

You can get a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and criminology, minor in criminal justice or digital forensics, or earn professional certification.

You have the option to attend classes on campus or through Ball State’s distance education and independent learning programs.