The Bachelor of Arts in Criminology at the University of Oklahoma offers you a comprehensive understanding of crime and the criminal justice system. You will explore the social forces, psychological factors, and environmental influences that contribute to criminal behavior, delving into areas such as deviance, gangs, and white-collar crime. This program is ideal for students driven by a desire to analyze societal issues and understand the complexities of justice, preparing you to critically examine both the causes of crime and the effectiveness of societal responses. You will gain foundational knowledge in sociological and psychological theories of crime, alongside an introduction to the American federal government and its legal frameworks.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is structured over eight semesters, providing a robust curriculum that balances theoretical learning with practical application. You will engage in coursework covering social statistics, methods of social research, and substantive criminology requirements, alongside general education courses. Throughout your studies, you will have opportunities to work alongside faculty on research projects and potentially complete a semester-long internship with organizations like police departments or correctional institutions. You will graduate with the analytical skills and specialized knowledge necessary for careers in law enforcement, corrections, policy analysis, and social research.