Criminal Justice, Minor
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Program Overview
When you declare a minor in criminal justice, you will develop a basic understanding of the criminal justice system as well as an appreciation of criminal justice as a social science. You’ll take courses from a variety of departments and disciplines, including sociology, political science, anthropology, psychology, and philosophy.

Minor Details
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2024–25 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
Minor Requirements (18 Credits)
All of the following:
Two courses, one chosen from each of two of the following areas:
The Support You’ll Find
Brooklyn College is an integral part of the cultural and artistic energy of New York City. Our faculty members in Sociology offer incomparable expertise and tremendous talent, and each brings a unique perspective to their teaching and mentoring in and out of the classroom.