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Department of Criminal Justice and Political Science

www.ndsu.edu/cjps

The department offers degree programs (B.A. and B.S.) as well as minor programs of study in Criminal Justice and Political Science.

Pre-Criminal Justice Preparation

Students intent on pursuing an undergraduate degree in criminal justice are enrolled as pre-professional majors and must first meet GPA and coursework requirements in order to be admitted to the Criminal Justice program. Once students satisfy all requirements, they may complete and submit the Pre-Criminal Justice application form, available from the Department’s web site . After verification that requirements have been met, students are accepted into the professional program and can pursue a degree in criminal justice.

Criminal Justice Club and Internships

Students may expand their knowledge of criminal justice and career opportunities through the meetings with professionals and field trips sponsored by this club. The department also offers internships and cooperative education opportunities. For specifics, contact the Department of Criminal Justice and Political Science or the Career Center .

Pre-Political Science Preparation

Students intent on pursuing an undergraduate degree in Political Science are enrolled as pre-professional majors and must first meet GPA and coursework requirements in order to be admitted to the Political Science program. Once students satisfy all requirements, the student completes and submits the Pre-Political Science application form, available from the Department’s web site . After verification that the student meets the requirements have been met, students are accepted into the professional program and can pursue a degree in Political Science.