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Criminal Justice Pathway
The Criminal Justice Pathway at Lake Region State College is designed for students who are driven by a desire to serve, protect, and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Whether your interests include law enforcement, investigations, corrections, public safety, homeland security, or the legal system, you'll explore the field while developing skills that prepare you for what's next.
Answer the Call to Make a Difference
Criminal justice is about more than enforcing laws. It's about trust, responsibility, problem-solving, and helping create safer and stronger communities.
Interested in this Pathway?
Have questions or want to learn more? Contact LRSC to get more information about this Pathway and your next steps.
Build a Foundation for What's Next
The Criminal Justice Pathway provides a foundation for bachelor's study in criminal justice, criminology, public safety, forensic studies, law-related fields, and related disciplines. LRSC students may continue their education at universities throughout North Dakota and beyond while pursuing degrees that align with their interests and career goals.
Your faculty advisor will help you select coursework that aligns with your interests, transfer goals, and the requirements of the university where you plan to continue your education.
Where This Pathway Can Lead
Understand Criminal Justice
Explore how law enforcement, corrections, public safety, and the justice system work together to serve communities.
Put Your Skills Into Practice
Develop critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills while examining real-world issues in criminal justice.
Where This Pathway Can Lead
Prepare for bachelor's study and explore fields like criminal justice, law enforcement, corrections, homeland security, forensic science, public safety, and pre-law.
Admission Info
We welcome students from all backgrounds and are here to help you get started at LRSC. From applying to getting ready for your first semester, our team is here to help you through the process.
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Tuition & Costs
We know paying for college is an important part of planning for what's next. Explore tuition, financial aid, scholarships, and other options that can help make an LRSC education more affordable.
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