Through this interdisciplinary liberal arts program you will become an independent decision-maker, able to navigate complex and challenging criminal justice environments. Coursework in the program spans the sciences and incorporates social sciences, humanities and history, along with specific fields in criminal justice. Expert faculty will help you understand and explore the complexities of working in the criminal justice system while examining the impact of cultural values and social inequalities on this institution. Specialists in the areas of law, police work, and institutional and community corrections will instruct courses, giving you a wide range of resources, deeper insight and broader knowledge about the field. You will have opportunities for hands-on experience exploring the careers available within criminal justice with the chance for internships at the local, county and state levels.

- official secondary school / high school transcript translated into English that indicates academic achievement - PTE, GTEC, TOEFL, IELTS, CEFR, Duolingo English Test, ACT or SAT test score Illinois College will also recognize successful completion of an English language program in lieu of an English language proficiency exam. Examples of such programs include (but are not limited to) FLS Level 14 Intensive English Program and Education First (EF) Level C1 English Language Program. Students who do not meet one of the listed English proficiency examination requirements for regular admissions may be admitted to Illinois College via the Academic Bridge program.