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USA, Minnesota
Type: University
Location Type: Rural
Founded: 1964
Total Students: 6,529 +
Main Campus Address
1501 State St, Marshall, MN 56258, USA
Why should you consider joining the Justice Administration program at SMSU? Because it is a broad based criminal justice program based in the liberal arts which is designed to educate students about the structure and operation of the criminal justice system. We are looking for students who are interested in making a career out of helping people so that we can prepare them to become effective change agents in their communities and in the world. We prepare students to understand how criminal justice relates to other social structures and institutions as they prepare for careers in police, courts, corrections and prevention. Students gain the tools and understanding necessary to work effectively within the current system as well as to transform it to create better justice, less crime and fewer social problems. The Justice Administration major has been certified by the Police Officer Standards and Training Board of Minnesota to be a Professional Police Officer Education Program.
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
5 Days
Full-Time
48 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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jan 2024 | Closed | |
aug 2024 | Closed | |
jan 2025 | Closed | |
aug 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.
Career Opportunities
Are you someone who wants to help people and make a difference in the world? If so, a major in Justice Administration is right for you!
Here at SMSU, if you are interested in studying criminal justice, you will major in Justice Administration and take justice courses as well as courses in other disciplines. Our education encourages you to become a learner for life. Since our faculty spent time in the field, we know you will do better if you have studied issues from multiple perspectives. That is why we believe that a liberal arts degree is the best preparation you can get for your future success in the criminal justice field. Therefore, you will be directed to take courses in other fields of study, such as psychology, sociology, political science and history to better prepare you for the field.
As a justice major at SMSU, you will receive a broad education in the justice system, which prepares you to work in any part of the system – police, courts, corrections, prevention, re-entry and rehabilitation.
Graduates find jobs as:
Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.
It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.
A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):
Outreach, A Student Referral Program by Canam
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