Accepting the Challenge
Continuing a 50-year tradition of excellence in public service education, the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences enjoys a national reputation as a leader of education in Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, National Security, Fire Science, and Homeland Security.
The Lee College continues this tradition with expanded degree offerings that include innovative new programs in Security and Defense Policy, Investigations, and Public Administration.
Our comprehensive and highly ranked programs integrate theory and practice to best prepare our students to be effective and successful in the constantly evolving areas of justice, safety, and security.
Together, with the best traditions of a liberal arts education, our focus on engaged experiential learning prepares our students for the ever-expanding, technologically dependent, and increasingly challenging world of public service.
The Lee College's programs have also been recognized by U.S. News and World Report in its annual Best Colleges listings, ranking #1 in both Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Programs, and Best Online Master’s in Criminal Justice Programs for Veterans.
