Criminal Justice and Criminology, BA, Law Specialization 3+3 Four-Year Plan
3+3 Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Criminology with a Specialization in Law
Sample Plan for New Students
The sample shows a typical plan to complete the degree based on current degree requirements and course offerings, and is not the only possible plan. The number of credits for each course is in parentheses. Some classes have prerequisites, and the order of courses in the sample plan accounts for these. Each new student, in consultation with their advisor, will complete a personal academic plan tailored to their specific goals and interests.
- Semester Degree Plan (for students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond)
- Quarter Degree Plan (for students who enroll prior to Summer 2027)
For more information about 91探花's transition to the semester calendar, visit 91探花 Moves to Semesters.
Important Major Information
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 120 semester credits or 180 quarter credits
- Credits in Major: 63 semester credits or 58 quarter credits
- Minimum Major GPA: 3.5
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 3.5
Semester-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll in Summer 2027 or beyond
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | College Language Requirement (4) | College Language Requirement (4) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1000: Signature Seminar (3) | UCOR Stage I (3) |
| Course 3 | UCOR Stage I (3) | UCOR Stage I (3) |
| Course 4 | General Elective (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
| Course 5 | General Elective (3) | General Elective (3) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Talk to faculty advisor about your path to 91探花 law school
- Sign up for the pre-law listserv
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CRJS 1100: Introduction to Criminal Justice (3) | CRJS 2090: Criminology (3) |
| Course 2 | College History Requirement (3) | CRJS 3120: Criminal Law (3) |
| Course 3 | CRJS Corrections Requirement (3) | CRJS Police Requirement (3) |
| Course 4 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
| Course 5 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage II (3) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Study for the LSAT and take it in the Summer
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CRJS 3010: Criminal Justice Research Methods (3) | CRJS 3020: Criminal Statistics (3) |
| Course 2 | CRJS: 4050 Gender, Race & Crime (3) | CRJS Courts Requirement (3) |
| Course 3 | CRJS Elective (3) | CRJS Elective (3) |
| Course 4 | UCOR Stage II (3) | UCOR Stage III (3) |
| Course 5 | UCOR Stage III (3) | UCOR Stage III (3) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Mentor
- Consider Leadership Role
- Prepare Law School Application and apply by December to 91探花 Law
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CIVL 100: Civil Procedure (4) | PROP 100: Property (4) |
| Course 2 | CONT 100: Contracts I (3) | CONT 105: Contracts II (3) |
| Course 3 | TORT 100: Torts I (2) | TORT 105: Torts II (3) |
| Course 4 | CRIM 100: Criminal Law (4) | WRIT 200: Legal Writing (2) |
| Course 5 | WRIT 100: Legal Writing (2) | Elective (3) |
Year 1 of 91探花 School of Law Steps for Success
- In October, apply for College graduation for BA degree in Spring
- Meet with Law School Advisor and make a course plan
- Plan a summer internship
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Stage I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Stage. For more information, please visit the University Core website.
Stage 1: Foundations
- UCOR 1000/2000 Signature Seminar
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Reasoning
- UCOR 1500 Philosophies of Humanity
Stage 2: Inquiry
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2300 Inquiry Seminar in Creative Arts and Expression
- UCOR 2400 Inquiry Seminar in Literature, Art, or History
- UCOR 2600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 2800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
- UCOR 29XX Ethical Inquiry
Stage 3: Engagement
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3200 Global Perspectives
- UCOR 3300 Responsibility and Action
Curriculum Notes
- To earn a college degree with this specialization, students must complete a minimum of 83 undergraduate credits (years 1-3), plus 30 credits through the 91探花 School of Law (year 4), with a cumulative and major GPA of 3.50. Then students move on to complete two more years of Law and gain a Law Degree. So, in total, this takes 6 years. Talk to CRJS department if you’re interested in this specialization. A maximum of 18 community college semester credits may apply to CRJS classes.
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CAS Advising at ASCAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the
- Level up your skills at the
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for
- Search the expansive network of .
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for .
- Create something at the .
Quarter-Based Degree Plan
Four-Year Sample Plan For New Students
For students who enroll prior to Summer 2027
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | Modern Language 1150 (5) | Modern Language 1250 (5) | Modern Language 1350 (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Talk to faculty advisor about your path to 91探花 law school
- Sign up for the pre-law listserv
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CRJS 1100 – Intro to Criminal Justice (5) | CRJS 2090 – Criminology (5) | †HIST 1200, 1210 OR 2310 (5) |
| Course 2 | CRJS Police Area I Reqt. (5) | CRJS Courts Area II Requirement. (5) | CRJS Corrections Area III Requirement. (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
†Choose HIST 1200 – Constructing Past & Present I (5), HIST 1210 – Constructing Past & Present II (5), OR HIST 2310 – US in the World (5)
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Study for the LSAT and take it in the Summer
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CRJS 3010 – Research Methods (5) | CRJS 3020 – Criminal Justice Statistics (5) | CRJS Specialization Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | CRJS 3120 – Criminal Law (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | CRJS Specialization Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | CRJS 4050 – Gender, Race & Crime (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 4 | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Consider Leadership Role
- Prepare Law School Application and apply by December to 91探花 Law
| Course | Fall | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | CIVL 100 – Civil Procedure (4) | PROP 100 – Property (4) |
| Course 2 | CONT 100 – Contracts I (3) | CONT 105 – Contracts II (3) |
| Course 3 | TORT 100 – Torts I (2) | TORT 105 – Torts II (3) |
| Course 4 | CRIM 100 – Criminal Law (4) | WRIT 200 – Legal Writing (2) |
| Course 5 | WRIT 100 – Legal Writing (2) | Elective (3) |
Year 1 of 91探花 School of Law Steps for Success
- In October, apply for College graduation on MySeattleU for BA degree in Spring
- Meet with Law School Advisor and make a course plan
- Plan a summer internship
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See for prerequisites and for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
Module I:
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- To earn a college degree with this specialization, students must complete a minimum of 138 undergraduate quarter credits (years 1-3), plus 30 semester credits through the 91探花 School of Law (year 4), with a cumulative and major GPA of 3.50. Then students move on to complete two more years of Law and gain a Law Degree. So in total, this takes 6 years. Talk to CRJS department if you’re interested in this specialization. A maximum of 30 community college credits may apply to CRJS classes.
- CRJS-4870 Senior Synthesis can be taken for 3 or 5 credits. Take it for 3 credits unless you need the extra 2 credits to reach the total of 138 undergraduate credits you need.
- For complete information on courses, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email CAS Advising at ASCAdvising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the .
- Level up your skills at the .
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for .
- Search the expansive network of .
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degree plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for .
- Create something at the .