Career questions tagged criminology
What colleges should I look into when I finish community college?
I'm currently in community college and high school, I am from Oregon, and I was wondering how to figure out what college I should look into after I finish community college and high school. I am starting to save up right now, but I don't know how expensive a college I can afford by then. I want to be a crime scene investigator or something in forensics.
Is a double major in Accounting and Criminology and good combination for becoming a Special Agent for the FBI?
This is the degree path I am currently thinking about and I just wanted to make sure that I am headed in the right direction.
What skills are the most valuable in order to become a Crime Scene Investigator?
I am a 17 year old Senior In High School and with graduation right around the corner It is now the time to focus on my career. I know I want to go into the field of Law Enforcement however I do not want to have to go through the police academy. I've taken college courses and classes that focus on Forensics and Criminal Procedures which has led me to want to become a CSI but what do I need to obtain in order to achieve that goal.
How should I go about my life after achieving my degree?
I'm a high school senior and my end goal is to be a Medicolegal Death Investigator. I want to major in criminology and minor in forensic science. Any advice on where I sould start my journey after I graudate college?
How do I get started with a career change following graduation from my university with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and having no prior experience?
I have only worked in customer service, but I am looking to further expand my education after I graduate while also advancing towards a profession within my major. I am currently pursuing my degree and will finish by next fall. Thank you very much in advance for anything you have to help! #Fall25
What is the day in the life of a Criminologist?
I am really interested in hearing what exactly the tasks are a criminologist would be doing on a daily basis.
What is a useful minor to pair with a criminal justice major?
I love the idea of working in an investigative field, so considering my interests in the law, the US Government systems, and the sciences, what should I choose to be my minor?
How difficult is it to maintain a steady mental health when dealing with such horrific sights in the criminal justice field?
I am a senior in high school looking for more insight on this field of study. I enjoy trying to solve cases and exploring the interesting aspects of criminal studies.
What major would be best as a backup to become a law enforment officer?
Id like to minor in criminology and criminal justice but im not sure what I should major in as a general backup. I cant see myself doing anything other than being in law enforcement, but a major to help as a backup if something goes bad would help!
How to know if your majors will be truly helpful?
If I were to choose criminology and psychology majors, would those be beneficial if I want to focus on why criminals do the things they do and how their brains differ from 'normal' people's brains?
im looking to become a barrister or something within a courtroom. if i done law and criminology, would that still allow me to do that or would i need extra training?
applying for 2026
As a senior, is it beneficial for me to continue doing something that pays more or would it be better to do something I like?
Since I got onto this platform I realized that I would want my career to be focused more on the human behavior aspect of law enforcement or forensics. However, most jobs like this don't pay well and often come with a heavy mental burden. Going into college and the work life, would it be better for me overall to go into that interest even if I may not be able to live off that job?
How can you decide between pursuing criminal analyst or forensic psychology as a career path when you are interested in both and mainly criminology.
I’m confused about my career path. I know I want to pursue a Bachelor’s in Criminology, but I’m unsure which job to aim for. I’m deeply interested in analyzing criminal patterns and traces, which makes me want to become a Criminal Analyst and eventually a Homicide Detective. At the same time, I’m equally passionate about Forensic Psychology. I want to choose a career that aligns closely with my interests.
What are the general skills and knowledge needed to pursue a career in Forensic Psychology?
Doing a research project, answer's would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
How does being a forensic psychologists affect themselves and society?
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What degree is better to do if I want to become a crime scene investigator, Criminology or Forensic Science?
Iam in my last year of high school and I would love to study this field, I would just like to know which degree is best to study and if it's hard, what to expect and how long I'll have to study. Work paths also after university
What is the most difficult part of pursuing a forensic psychology degree? What classes will be more beneficial to my studies than others? #Spring25
I am an upcoming sophomore and have multiple psychology and science electives to take, I am not sure which ones would be better for my path.
Why don't more colleges have Criminal Justice or Criminology fields? #Spring25
I am interested into going into this field but many colleges don't have these majors/minors. #Spring25
What is the best course of plan to get into the FBI?
I am going to University at Buffalo for my bachelor’s in Criminology. I just want to make sure I am not missing any essential things i need to be aware of. I am not sure what exactly in the FBI I want to be but the BAU interests me. I appreciate any advice. Thank you! #spring25
I am going into sophmore year of college with a Criminology degree, and I am wondering what big things I can do career wise with this degree? #Spring25
A well paying job with a criminology degree
As an undergrad student interested in pursuing something in the criminal justice field, what internships would I benefit most from?
I am currently a student at Solano Community College graduating with my AA in criminal justice in August. I am transferring to Sacramento State University in the fall, majoring in criminal justice as well and possibly psychology or sociology. I am most interested in job related fields such as criminal law, forensics, criminal investigation, etc. I have volunteered and shadowed in courthouses before while in high school, but I would love to further explore my passion for the justice system while I continue my academic journey.
What is the best way I can use my B.A in Criminology after school?
I am just finishing my Senior year of high school, and I am currently enrolled in the Criminology program at Penn State University. I know I want to study criminology, but I am afraid I will not use my degree to its full potential. I want to get the most out of my degree after school and through my career.
What is the best way I can use my future B.A in Criminology?
I am just finishing my Senior year of high school, and I am currently enrolled in the Criminology program at Penn State University. I know I want to study criminology, but I am afraid I will not use my degree to its full potential. I want to get the most out of my degree after school and through my career.
What was the hardest part about becoming a laywer? How did you keep going knowing you had eight more years of school to do?
What was the hardest part about becoming a laywer? How did you keep going knowing you had eight more years of school to do?
Is it still safe to pursue a career within the FBI? #Spring25
With all the turmoil happening in DC and with many government agencies being dismantle, is it wise to pursue a career within the FBI. I am a high school senior planning to major in Chemistry/Forensic Science with the hopes of landing a career in the FBI however I am nervous if there will be any opportunities when I graduate.
How many different types of forensics sciences is there and how specific does a forensics job get? is forensic science focused on one certain part in college or forensics as a whole?
Hello, I'm a senior in high school in Pflugerville and I want to major in forensics but I'm not sure what jobs include what part of forensics, I know of in lab forensics and out of field forensics but is there any other and how different is it from majoring in forensic science as a whole in college? And how does forensics in college change your view on forensics science from high school?
What kind of emotional toll does being a Criminal psychologist bring and how do you handle that?
I am a high school senior who currently plans on attending university to become a Criminal Psychologist. Although I want to pursue this career, I am quite a sensitive and emotional person, and I am worried that will get in the way of my work and personal life. Being a criminal psychologist is my dream career, and I want to make sure I can pursue it without feeling strong emotional feelings.
As a freshman associate student recognizing the critical role of hands-on experience, what strategies can be used to build a strong professional network in communities where victim advocacy is not yet widely acknowledged or supported ?
For students who think ahead, getting an early start can feel overwhelming—especially when resources are limited—but gaining experience as soon as possible is key to building confidence and direction. #Spring25
Should I get my PhD in Sociology or Criminology ?
So I got my bachelors degree in Sociology, with a lot of my research centering injustices within the criminal justice system. I am really interested in analyzing the CJS as an institution and looking at the ways it discriminates against different intersectional identities. I like looking at social justice issues and justice reform. Recently, I have been looking into getting a PhD as I hope to become a professor. I have talked with three professors about this, two sociology professors one english professor, and two of them(the english prof and a soc prof) believe I should pursue a PhD in criminology instead of sociology. They say this because A) sociology is incredibly competitive B) Sociology is being targeted right now under the Trump administration. They say I'll be more marketable if I do Criminology instead. The issue is, I don't want to be tied down to crime. I am incredibly interested in learning about all the issues with the criminal justice system and learning about ways we can fix it and reform our justice system. I find recividism to be very interesting as well, as well as issues in policing. However, I am interested in looking at these things through a sociological lens. I love sociology, I love how diverse it is, and I just feel that is where my heart is. However, I'll be very honest to say my understanding of Criminology is limited to the one entry level criminology course I took in my undergrad. Idk I just don't know what to do, and I'm scared if I pick sociology I'll regret it down the road if I can't find a job being a sociology professor. What should I do???
What are some ways to find and have a good chance at landing Cybersecurity internships that will give me meaningful and practical experience ?
I am planning on pursuing a career in the Cybersecurity or Criminology fields, or both, once I graduate with my Bachelors in both.