Hey everyone, I'm wondering if you could help me figure out which are the top colleges for a criminology major. Anxious junior here looking for any and all inputs. Thank you!
Absolutely! I'd be happy to provide some suggestions. Criminology is a fascinating field, often intersecting with sociology, psychology, and public policy, among others.
Let's start with University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), which has a Criminology major housed in its Department of Criminology. UPenn is an Ivy League institution well-known for its social sciences, so it's certainly a challenging but rewarding option.
At University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine), you can major in Criminology, Law and Society. UC Irvine is known for its strong sociology programs, which includes the study of criminology.
Florida State University (FSU) has one of the top criminology programs, and they offer both undergraduate and graduate programs in criminology and criminal justice.
University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP) also has a renowned Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice that's often cited among the top programs.
Lastly, University of Florida (UF) has a Criminology major available through its College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. It's known for innovative research and is considered among the leaders in criminology.
When choosing where to apply, it's not only about the program, but also about what each school can offer you beyond your major. Would you prefer a big state school or a smaller private college? Do you want to be in a city or a smaller town? How much weight do you give to things like financial aid, campus culture, athletics, and other extracurricular opportunities? Remember to keep these factors in mind as you create your school list.
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