About the Program
Lead in the construction industry by blending civil engineering and business. Learn structural engineering, project management, and cost estimation. Hands-on labs and practical coursework prepare you for careers in commercial, heavy-civil, or residential construction.
The Polytechnic Experience
Examine the research methods of criminal investigations, analyze data, dissect conversations, conduct in-depth interviews and seek to understand the psychological aspects of criminal behavior. Study the institutions that make up criminal justice systems, social attitudes and policies, and rehabilitation methods.
Career Outcomes
Courses
Cal Poly Pomona's Bachelor of Arts in Criminology offers a diverse range of courses that cover the study of crime as a socio-pathological phenomenon, focusing on criminal behavior, social responses to crime, and the criminal justice system. This program covers topics such as crime theory, psychological and social bases of criminal behavior, criminal law, rehabilitation, and penology. Through these programs, students gain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills relevant to understanding and addressing social issues and criminal justice.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Behavioral Sciences Endowed Scholarship
A scholarship to help outstanding psychology, sociology and criminology students achieve their dreams of success.
Criminology Department
Criminology Club
We support students who are interested in pursuing careers in fields related to criminology and criminal justice. We motivate and inspire members to achieve their goals by providing informational resources, events to expand personal and professional networks, and opportunities to hear from professionals within the field.
