Founded in 1934, the Criminal Justice program at Wichita State University is the second-oldest
program of its type in the United States.
The CJ program works in cooperation with other disciplines in the WSU School of Criminal
Justice to teach students to assimilate knowledge, acquire skills and develop professional
judgment and behaviors appropriate for wise and ethical practice. Our faculty members
are dedicated to graduating fully competent, skilled practitioners while remaining
sensitive and responsive to the educational needs of each student.The School of Criminal
Justice also offers degrees in forensic science and homeland security.