
Criminal Justice and Public Administration Programs
It takes passionate leaders and empathetic civil servants to enact changes that matter.
Public service is a rewarding and inspiring career path. Gain the knowledge, skills, and leadership experience necessary for success in the criminal justice and public administration fields.


Criminal Justice Minor
Enhance your résumé with a criminal justice minor. Develop an understanding of public policy, criminal law, and corrections.

Program
Highlights
Program Highlights
- An immersive learning experience
- Honed career skills
- Support from the entire Mastodon community
- A prestigious Purdue education
career and salary data
How far will you go?
*General labor market and salary data are provided by Lightcast via O*NET and may not represent the outcomes experienced by Purdue Fort Wayne graduates in these programs. Purdue Fort Wayne graduates in these programs may earn salaries substantially different or less than the amounts listed. Salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education, and opportunities for employment that are outside Purdue Fort Wayne’s control. Purdue Fort Wayne does not guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.
- Attorney
- Bailiff
- CIA or FBI Agent
- Correctional Officer
- Crime Scene Investigator
- Cybersecurity Expert
- Detective
- Federal or State Law Enforcement Officer
- Forensic Analyst
- Police Supervisor
- Police Training Instructor
- Private Loss Prevention Manager
- Probation Officer
- Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Member
- Undercover Operative
- Warden