The Mount Marty College Criminal Justice program prepares students to become practitioners in the criminal justice field. Students learn how the criminal justice system works and gain insight into investigations, corrections, juvenile justice, chemical dependency, legal writing and research, police management, ethical responsibility, and security administration.

With its emphasis on community service, internships, and practitioner mentoring, MMC's criminal justice program is unique, focused on applied learning and preparing students for the contemporary world of work in the criminal justice system.

Criminal Justice majors are taught to challenge assumptions and investigate issues beneath the surface. Motivation to improve the world, combined with a quality education, will lead to a career that can be deeply rewarding on many levels. Given the small size of classes, professors teach all classes, know their students, and commit to helping their students to grow personally and professionally. One of the biggest benefits at MMC is individualized attention and opportunity to work closely with faculty members both in and out of the classroom.

Criminal Justice majors work closely with programs in psychology, sociology, and the behavioral sciences. These disciplines develop insight into human behavior essential to a criminal justice professional. During the senior year, all students experience a senior seminar in criminal justice.

It is recommended that students complete an internship in the criminal justice or social science area. Through this experience, students develop an in depth knowledge of the field and beyond. Graduates receive comprehensive career training that will enable them to choose among several entry-level positions in criminal justice.

MMC offers both a bachelor's degree and an associate's degree in Criminal Justice.