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Jul 09, 2025
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Criminal Justice Minor
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Program Coordinator/Contact
Katie Derrick, Professional Advisor
School of Psychology, Sociology and Rural Studies
Psychology, Sociology and Rural Studies 110
605-688-6296
Program Information
The minor in Criminal Justice is designed for students seeking careers in probation, parole, court services, pre-law, private security, or general law enforcement. This dynamic minor is administered by the School of Psychology, Sociology and Rural Studies and is available to students majoring in any field at SDSU. The purposes of this program are 1) to provide qualified personnel for all segments of the Criminal Justice system; and 2) to help improve the competence and professional status of existing Criminal Justice personnel. An internship is strongly recommended. Students desiring more information or who are interested in minoring in Criminal Justice should consult with the coordinator of the program no later than the beginning of their junior year.
Course Delivery Format
Coursework for the program is delivered in multiple formats including face-to-face lecture and online courses.
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Academic Requirements
Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.2 to enter the program and a minimum GPA of 2.2 in the minor to complete. Students may select any major, but (*) courses may not be used for both a Criminal Justice Minor and Sociology Major or Minor. Students will need to earn a C grade or better in courses taken for the minor. Requirements for Criminal Justice Minor: 18 Credits
Select from the following
Select twelve credits from the following. Credits: 12 Total Required Credits: 18
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