Graduates Who Go Places

Vermont State University's Criminal Justice graduates have launched careers with the U.S. Secret Service, Interpol, the Vermont Attorney General's Office, social justice nonprofits, and law enforcement agencies across the country. On a recent study abroad trip, students studying the Irish criminal justice system connected with an alum working with an NGO supporting domestic violence victims in Ireland. The network is real — and it's global.

From Internship to Career

You won't just study the criminal justice system — you'll work inside it. Internships with the Vermont Attorney General's Office, public defender's offices, and regional law enforcement agencies build your resume and your professional network before you graduate. The result: a degree that prepares you for careers in law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice, probation, advocacy, law school, and beyond.

Launch your career in justice. In Vermont State University's Criminal Justice B.A., you'll build a strong foundation in law enforcement, corrections, courts, criminology, and ethics — alongside coursework on contemporary issues like race and environmental justice that sharpens your perspective. Choose a concentration in Criminology or Restorative Justice, or customize your path through a broad selection of electives. Hands-on internships and real fieldwork prepare you for careers in law enforcement, the courts, advocacy, and beyond — or a direct path to law school. 

• Customizable concentration options to align with your interests.

• Internship placements with the U.S. Secret Service, Interpol, and the Vermont Attorney General's Office.

• Flexible online format for all learners.

Criminal Justice Degree (B.A.)

Vermont State University is Vermont’s public regional university, accredited by NECHE. With over 100 career-focused programs and a growing suite of flexible online options, Vermont State is committed to accessible, high-quality education. Vermont State University was formed through the unification of Castleton, Northern Vermont, and Vermont Tech.

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Affordable Education with Financial Support

Vermont State offers affordable tuition, making higher education accessible. A significant percentage of students receive financial aid, and Vermont State provides assistance in identifying scholarships and grants to support your education.

Flexible & Career-Focused Learning

Vermont State’s online programs are designed to help you gain the knowledge, credentials, and confidence to advance your career. With flexible formats and efficient pathways, our programs are designed to help you make meaningful progress on your degree — on a timeline that fits your life.

Criminology

The Criminology concentration goes beyond the basics — exploring why people break the law, what drives crime rates, and what the latest research tells us about law enforcement, the legal system, and corrections. You'll build a deep, nuanced understanding of criminal behavior through coursework grounded in real evidence. Extensive field observations, ride-alongs, and internships put you inside the criminal justice system firsthand — and often lead directly to job offers. Graduate ready for careers in law enforcement, corrections, juvenile justice, or graduate study.

Criminal Justice Concentrations

Restorative Justice

One of the first concentrations of its kind in the nation, Vermont State University's Restorative Justice program prepares you to use proven, people-centered approaches to healing and accountability across judicial systems, schools, and advocacy organizations. Strong partnerships with leading Vermont organizations mean real field experience from the start. Graduate ready for careers in law, juvenile justice, victim advocacy, and human services — or continue on to graduate study.

Criminal Justice Program Highlights

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