Department of Criminal Justice & Criminology
Quality Research, Skilled Students, Community Impact
The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at Sam Houston State University values academic excellence, ethical leadership, and community engagement. We are dedicated to equipping students with a strong foundation in liberal arts while fostering critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills essential to the field. Our faculty are committed to high-impact research that addresses real-world challenges and contributes to safer, more just communities. Through dynamic teaching methods and practical learning experiences, we prepare graduates to lead and serve in diverse professional settings. Our goal is to inspire lifelong learning and civic responsibility while advancing knowledge that makes a meaningful difference in society.
The Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, plus options for a minor or undergraduate and graduate certificates with flexible completion options.
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816 17th St.
Huntsville, TX, 77340
P.O. Box 2296
Huntsville, TX 77341-2296
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CJC@shsu.edu
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Advising: 936.294.4444
Graduate: 936.294.1695