Sociology and Criminal Justice
Students desiring a Bachelor of Arts degree in the field of Sociology may complete a Major, however, it is strongly recommended that the student also consider a minor in Psychology, Criminal Justice, or Political Science.
Graduates with a Sociology Major have experienced excellent placement opportunities, acceptance to graduate school, and enjoy careers in the fields for which they were educated.
The Sociology Major is designed to allow individualized coursework through electives and is dependent upon areas of interest/potential employment.
Students desiring a Bachelor of Arts degree in the field of Criminal Justice may complete a Major, a major in a related field with a minor in Criminal Justice, or a major in another discipline and an A.A. in Criminal Justice.
Students wishing a Criminal Justice Major are strongly encouraged to seek a minor in Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology.
Graduates with a Criminal Justice Major have experienced excellent placement opportunities, acceptance to graduate school, and enjoy careers in the fields for which they were educated.
Campus Notes and Events
About Kansas Wesleyan University
KWU has been an influential part of higher education in North Central Kansas for more than a century. Founded in 1886 by the United Methodist Church, KWU welcomes students of all faiths.
KWU's primary goal is providing students with an excellent education in a caring Christian campus community. The university is uncompromising in its dedication to providing an atmosphere where students can mature and learn while taking responsibility for their own actions and lives.
The campus environment helps students prepare for the challenges in their personal and professional lives by living and studying with people from many backgrounds, by learning to relate responsibly to God and to others by achieving goals in a timely manner.