
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & CRIMINOLOGY
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & CRIMINOLOGY
U.S. News & World Report ranks the Andrew Young School’s Criminal Justice & Criminology programs No. 18 in the nation.
Using Evidence to Integrate Justice Systems

POLICING RESEARCH
ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF BODY-WORN CAMERAS
Dr. Volkan Topalli and coauthors recently published a review of the effectiveness of body-worn cameras and the adjudication of citizen complaints of police misconduct.
CYBERCRIME PARTNERSHIP
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta and Georgia State University’s Evidence-Based Cybersecurity Research Group (EBCS) are forming a three-year partnership to address online payments-related financial fraud, according to a press release.
OPEN ACCESS INITIATIVE
“Now we’re getting more and more momentum with open access,” says Scott Jacques “Department-by-department, it is becoming a college-wide effort affecting more students, classes and courses.”
William (Bill) Sabol has been appointed a Distinguished University Professor as recognition of his sustained and outstanding record in scholarship and instruction.
Academic Programs
Criminal Justice & Criminology, P.h.D.
Doctorate
Department: Criminal Justice and Criminology
Locations: Atlanta Campus
Interest Area: Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice Administration, M.I.S.
Master's
Department: Criminal Justice and Criminology
Locations: Online
Interest Area: Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice, B.S.
Bachelor's
Department: Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Locations: Atlanta Campus, Online
Interest Area: Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice, M.S.
Master's
Department: Criminal Justice and Criminology
Locations: Atlanta Campus
Interest Area: Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice, Minor
, Minor
Department: Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Locations: Atlanta Campus, Online
Interest Area: Criminal Justice
Digital Criminology, Minor
, Minor
Department: Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Locations: Online
Interest Area: Criminal Justice
Latest News
Cynthia Padilla Pearson (B.S. '08) Makes Her Mark as a Victim Advocate
Pearson, a 2022 Georgia State 40 Under 40 honoree, is a victims’ rights advocate with a long-held belief that it’s her duty to give back to her community. read more ❯
Awardees Announced in New $2.5 Million Georgia State University ‘RISE’ Research Challenge
The new university initiative establishes interdisciplinary research hubs to address some of society’s most pressing issues, including pandemic preparedness, climate solutions, crime victim protection, equity and access, and public health. read more ❯
MARTA Police, Georgia State University Partner to Offer Paid Internships
The pilot internship program allows seniors graduating from Georgia State University's Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology the opportunity to work up to 20 hours a week with the MARTA Police Department, receiving $15 per hour.read more ❯
A Different Kind Of Cop
Capt. Aprille Moore (B.S. ’05), a Georgia State Alumni Association 40 Under 40 honoree, is a community-focused officer who hopes to inspire more women to join the force.
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Criminal Justice Major Juggles Mothering, Mentoring and Interning, Graduates Top of Class
Summa cum laude graduate Nicole DeLettera credits her time management skills for helping her succeed as she balanced school, mentoring, two internships and single motherhood. read more ❯
Criminal Justice Major to Promote Social Justice Through the System
Christofer Valdez sees his work in the criminal justice system a pathway to social justice.read more ❯
Contact Us
PHONE
404-413-1020
EMAIL
cjmail@gsu.edu
Graduate Director
Dr. Leah Daigle
ldaigle@gsu.edu
Undergraduate Director
Dr. Mark Reed
mreed@gsu.edu
Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology
Georgia State University
P.O. Box 3992
Atlanta, Georgia 30302-3992