Criminology

general overview

Coker College offers a major in criminology — the study of crime that includes theories of causation and responses by law enforcement, legal adjudication, and corrections. A criminology degree prepares students for employment in the criminal justice field or for graduate study in criminology, law, criminal justice, or sociology.

graduation requirements

Consult the academic catalog for specific graduation requirements.

major in criminology

Coursework: Classes such as Introduction to Criminology, Substance Abuse, Sociology of Law Enforcement, Organized Crime, White Collar Crime, Race, Class and Criminal Justice, and Advanced Seminar in Criminology Theory.

minor in criminology

Coursework: Classes such as those listed above and other courses such as Women, Crime and Social Justice, Domestic Violence, Social Control and Corrections, and Juvenile Delinquency.

Students have the options of completing additional majors, minors, or specializations. Students can apply for an Honors Project in their major.

scholarship information

Every student who applies to Coker is eligible for scholarships and grants. All students who are accepted to Coker College are automatically considered for academic scholarships. Coker awards approximately $5.1 million in scholarships annually. After receiving their student’s financial aid award, many families find that it costs the same, or less, to attend Coker as it would to attend a state university.

about coker college

Coker is an independent, comprehensive liberal arts college founded in 1908. The living and learning environment fosters participation in the community of scholarship and the development of ethical character, leadership skills and social responsibility. Coker’s mission is to graduate well-rounded students who are analytical and creative thinkers, and effective communicators.

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