The School of Criminology and Justice Studies at UMass Lowell focuses on emerging issues confronting the criminal justice system.
Students explore issues including violence and victims, justice-involved mental health populations, police innovations, data-driven practice and national security.
Graduates of our programs understand the facts and concepts of criminal justice, but, more importantly, how to apply this knowledge to related social problems and changing situations.
Learn about our faculty and what students have to say about UMass Lowell on the School of Criminology and Justice Studies YouTube Channel.
Recognized as #3 Best Online Graduate Criminal Justice Program
Recognized as #2 Best Online Graduate Criminal Justice Program for Veterans
Elinor Mayo wants to fly and pursue a career in law enforcement, so she joined the Air Force ROTC program while studying criminal justice.
UMass Lowell criminal justice alumna Kara Reeves ’09, ’10 is a two-time world champion ball hockey player who also serves as chief of treatment and reentry for the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office.
Daniela Peña fell in love with research after a faculty member offered her a paid research assistantship.
From leading her Air Force ROTC detachment to speaking at Commencement, Sydney Selby ’25 has found purpose, confidence and community far from her Colorado home.
