BS in Data Science and Criminal Justice
The BS in Data Science and Criminal Justice will prepare you with cutting-edge data science skills and expertise in important and urgent social issues. Data science classes will equip you to work with data in its various forms. Criminology and criminal justice courses provide a foundation for understanding crime, the law, and our criminal justice system. Together, this combined major (Khoury College and College of Social Sciences and Humanities) will prepare you to apply data science skills to crime and justice topics.
Program details
Career prospects
A dual major in data science and criminal justice will equip you with a unique skill set that combines data expertise with an understanding of legal and criminal justice systems. Career prospects include:
- Law enforcement data analyst
- Criminal intelligence analyst
- Forensic data analyst
- Criminal justice policy analyst
- Crime statistician
Co-ops and internships
Co-ops give you the opportunity to build industry connections and apply your classroom education in real-world settings. Some of our students’ recent co-op experiences:
- Financial intelligence research assistant at Boston Private Financial Holdings, Inc.
- Intern, Law Enforcement & Justice Services Division, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Research opportunities
Collaborate with leading researchers to make important discoveries on active research projects. Our research areas include:
- Artificial intelligence
- Data science
- Security and privacy
Learning outcomes
In this program, you’ll learn to:
- Apply design principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for effective & secure computing practice.
- Apply data science theory, methods, and tools to translate data into clear, actionable insights.
Campus location
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Boston
Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.
Applications and admissions
Deadlines
Learn more about our undergraduate early action, early decision, and regular decision options.
Degree costs
Pursuing a world-class education is an investment in your future. It’s also one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Visit our Undergraduate Admissions site to find current Northeastern University costs. You can also estimate the cost of your degree using our College Cost Estimator or Net Price Calculator.
Financial aid and scholarships
Northeastern University offers a range of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to help you fund your education. You’ll receive an initial financial aid package that outlines your options after admission. Once you enroll, Khoury College has multiple scholarship opportunities for current students to continue supporting your studies. We also encourage all students to submit the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal aid and loans.
Have questions?
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Meet our faculty
Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.
David Choffnes
David Choffnes is an associate professor at Khoury College and the executive director of the Cybersecurity and Privacy Institute. He works to improve the privacy, security, performance, and reliability of internet systems, and designs new models to measure these systems.
Visit the College of Social Sciences and Humanities
The BS in Data Science and Criminal Justice program is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Social Sciences and Humanities.
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