Social Sciences

The field of criminal justice is an exciting and diverse one. Whether your interests point you toward the courtroom or the penitentiary, toward a career as a paralegal or a parole officer, there are many ways to serve the country’s law and order system on a local or federal level.

First-generation graduate from Atlanta, Georgia, Candace Boyer shared her journey of returning to student life after 10 years away. Inspired by her daughter and family, and supported by her team of advisors, Boyer earned her bachelor's in child psychology in hopes of becoming a child advocate.

If the study of human society intrigues you, there's an opportunity to take a degree in sociology in a direction that best suits your interests. With roles in healthcare, marketing, social services, research and more, sociologists endeavor to answer perplexing questions about society.

Alyson Mullen ‘25 said her goal is to pursue a position as a juvenile probation officer. To get her started on this path, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at SNHU.