Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice:: Explore Our Programs
Explore Our Programs
Applied Criminology (MS)
The entirely online Master of Science in Applied Criminology degree meets the needs of traditional students preparing to embark on new careers, as well as those currently working in the criminal justice field and those wishing to pursue professional advancement..
18 Months
No foreign language credits required
36 Hours
No thesis required
Criminal Justice (BACJ/BSCJ)
The broad field major in criminal justice is designed for students who wish to receive the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. The curriculum has a multi-disciplinary foundation, is social science oriented, is academic in content and emphasizes the development of knowledge and skills essential for a broad understanding of the criminal justice system. The objective of the major is to prepare you for entry-level positions in law enforcement, juvenile justice, courts, community-based corrections, institutional corrections and other related fields.
4 years
No foreign language credits required
120 hours
No thesis required
Criminal Justice Management Graduate Certificate
This certificate is designed to attract student practitioners seeking to advance within the decision-making and leadership roles within their field. The courses in this plan focus on management and policy issues. This certificate is ideal for you if you wish to specialize in management issues, such as evaluating, planning, organizing, staffing, directing, coordinating, reporting and budgeting.
1 Year
No foreign language credits required
12 Hours
No thesis required
Criminal Justice Studies Graduate Certificate
If you are seeking to gain general knowledge in the field, whether you are new to concepts in criminal justice or are currently working in the criminal justice field, this might be the best fit for you. The flexibility of this certificate allows for a great deal of latitude in customizing courses to suit individual professional interests.
1 Year
No foreign language requirements
12 Hours
No thesis required
Homeland Security Graduate Certificate
This certificate is designed to attract members outside traditional criminal justice fields. Through this program, you will gain a broad understanding of homeland security issues while enhancing leadership capabilities among those who currently work in local, state and federal government and others who are interested in gaining greater knowledge about the field of homeland security. This certificate focuses on homeland security concepts, applicable management principles, policy analysis and the enhancement of critical thinking skills necessary to successfully address security challenges within the United States.
1 to 2 years
No foreign language credits required
12 hours
No thesis required
Sociology (BA/BS)
Sociology (BS) develops your cultural awareness and understanding of human behavior, organizational dynamics, social and people skills, cultural diversity and analytical skills.
4 years
No foreign language credits required
120 hours
No thesis required
Sociology (MS)
The Master’s in Sociology at A&M-Commerce is designed to meet the needs of those pursuing public service careers, community college teaching opportunities, careers in research, administrative careers in both the public and private sectors, as well as preparing students for more advanced graduate work in sociology.
2 years
No foreign language credits required
30 hours
non-thesis only
Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice:: Welcome from the Department Head
Welcome from the Department Head
The sociology degree program provides quality learning experiences to equip students with problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, as well as the social, intellectual, and leadership skills that will prepare them for a global and diverse society.
The criminal justice degree program is designed to establish a broad knowledge base of the three components (law enforcement, courts and corrections) of the criminal justice system. We emphasize the application and integration of theoretical knowledge for addressing social justice and critical issues within the context of the criminal justice system.
We would welcome the opportunity to explore degree options with you.
Department of Sociology & Criminal Justice :: Featured News
News Spotlights
ETSU Alum Named Newest Las Vegas Fire Chief
A graduate of East Texas State University (now Texas A&M University-Commerce) was recently hired by the Las Vegas, Nevada City Council as the city’s newest fire department chief. Alum Fernando Gray, Sr. is a career firefighter, beginning his time in the profession with the Dallas Fire Department, where he worked for 21 years and rose […]
A&M-Commerce Student Demetrius Harrell Jr. Appointed as Texas A&M University System Student Regent
By the Texas A&M University System BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Marine veteran Demetrius L. Harrell Jr. as student regent for The Texas A&M University System. Harrell, who is pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice with a double minor in Sociology and Legal Studies from Texas A&M University-Commerce, will serve […]
A&M-Commerce Personnel, Alumni Honored by Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education
The Texas A&M University-Commerce chapter of the Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education (TABPHE) honored several of the university’s personnel and alumni at an awards ceremony on April 30 in the Rayburn Student Center on campus. Awards and awardees included: Charles Goodall Distinguished Public Service AwardWillie Edwards, Ph.D., Department of Sociology and Criminal […]
A&M-Commerce Alumna Wins Athletics Coaching Honor
Texas A&M University-Commerce alumna Latasha Roach was recently named the Dallas Athletic Conference Coach of the Year for women’s basketball. Roach currently coaches for the Cedar Valley Suns, who represent the Dallas College Cedar Valley campus located in Lancaster, Texas. The Suns finished the season with a 9-8 overall record, but a perfect 5-0 mark […]
Governor Reappoints A&M-Commerce Alum to State Crime Victims Council
Governor Greg Abbott recently reappointed A&M-Commerce alum Jeffrey “JD” Robertson to serve on the Texas Crime Victims’ Institute Advisory Council for a term ending January 31, 2024. The council analyzes the impact of crime on victims and close relatives, and the impact on society. Robertson earned his Master of Science in Applied Criminology from A&M-Commerce. […]
Multiple TAMUC Faculty Members to be Recognized at Virtual Ceremony
Eight faculty members at A&M-Commerce will be awarded the 2021 Dr. Augustine “Chuck” Arize Junior Faculty Award in a virtual ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 5. Dean Kimberly McLeod in the College of Education and Human Services will serve as keynote speaker for the event. The award recognizes A&M-Commerce junior faculty who exhibit professional excellence. Candidates […]
Multiple A&M-Commerce Professors to Receive Junior Faculty Award
The A&M-Commerce Faculty Senate and the Texas Association of Black Personnel in Higher Education have selected eight outstanding faculty members to receive the 2021 Dr. Augustine “Chuck” Arize Junior Faculty Award. The award recognizes A&M-Commerce faculty who exhibit professional excellence. Professors are nominated by department heads or deans based on exceptional teaching evaluations, research, publications […]
TAMUC Faculty Member Promoted by Mesquite Police, Becomes the Department’s First Black Sergeant
Torrey Rhone, adjunct professor in the competency-based Criminal Justice program at A&M-Commerce, was recently promoted to the rank of Sergeant in the Mesquite Police Department (MPD), located in Mesquite, Texas. Rhone becomes the first Black sergeant in the department’s 69-year history. Rhone was quoted in a Dallas Morning News article that he feels “overwhelmed and […]
TAMUC Alum Making Waves in Cybersecurity as an Industry Leader
A Texas A&M University-Commerce alum is gaining serious recognition in the world of cybersecurity, and was recently named an industry leader by a national publication. Earlier this year, Heather Gantt-Evans was named one of Security Magazine’s Top Cybersecurity Leaders for 2021. This comes after just 10 years in the field, attesting to her skill and […]
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- Department Sociology and Criminal Justice
- 903-886-5332
- 903-886-5330
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011