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If you're passionate about social justice and reform in law enforcement, UNE's Criminology program offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to studying crime and its societal impacts. Explore crime theory, deviant behavior, criminal justice policies, and the social response to crime. Through hands-on learning and real-world experience, you’ll be well-prepared for a rewarding career in this dynamic field.

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Earn Your Criminology Degree on the Coast of Maine

Criminology at UNE offers an engaging, hands-on learning experience with a focus on internships, research, and real-world applications. You’ll develop valuable liberal arts skills and gain experience that enhances your resume for both career opportunities and graduate school.

Engaging Internships and Capstone Projects
In-Demand Liberal Arts Skills
Study Abroad Opportunities
Strong Job and Graduate School Placement Rates

Why Choose UNE?

Career Outlook

A Criminology degree opens doors to diverse career opportunities in law enforcement, legal professions, policy analysis, and social services. Graduates can pursue roles such as:

Jury Consultant
Probation Officer
Forensic Psychologist
Criminal Attorney
Clinical Social Worker
Criminology Professor
Criminal Policy Analyst

Work environments range from police stations and courts to government agencies and nonprofit organizations.

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Criminology

Internship Opportunities

Gain valuable hands-on experience through local, state, and federal agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

Learn from experienced faculty with expertise in criminal justice, sociology, and law.

Faculty Expertise

Interdisciplinary Approach

Focus on the social construction of crime, theories of deviant behavior, and crime control policies.

Highest ranked college in Maine for graduate job placement and projected career earnings.

Ranked #1 for Job Placement

Diverse Career Paths

Prepare for roles in law enforcement, criminal justice reform, social services, policy analysis, and more.

Engage in real-world research and professional experiences to apply criminology concepts.

Hands-On Learning

"UNE’s Criminology program has given me the opportunity to apply what I’m learning in the classroom to real-world situations. The hands-on experiences, like internships and research projects, have not only deepened my understanding of crime and justice but also made me feel prepared for a career in this field. I’m excited to use the skills I’ve gained to make a meaningful impact in criminal justice reform."

- UNE Criminology Student

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