Law, Public Safety, Corrections & Security

This career path is focused on planning, managing, and providing legal, public safety and protective services and homeland security, including professional and technical support services.

While many majors and minors can prepare you for this career path, we find that students studying certain subjects have a natural connection. Common majors and minors related to career in this area include:

Criminal Justice, Political Science, English, History, Psychology, Sociology, Philosophy, Business Administration (all concentrations)

Use the Job Trends tool below to explore the tasks and skills connected to specific types of jobs related to this career path.

Career definition is adapted from the National Career Clusters® Framework.

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What is a Good GPA for Law School? (2025)

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How can my education help me choose a career path in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)?

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is the largest federal employer and offers many exciting and diverse career paths.

If you’re considering a career in the federal government, take a moment to explore ways in which your academic background and …

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Is Technology the Key to a Criminal Justice Career?

When many of us think of a career in criminal justice, our first thought is of the men and women who serve our communities as police officers. While it is true that many employees in the criminal justice field are …

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