Fall 2026
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Course No: CRIM.6500-031; SIS Class Nbr: 4898; SIS Term: 3610
Course Status: Open
Course Description
This course explores the historical, social, and criminological aspects of violent crime in the United States from the post-World War II period to the present. We will analyze the rise and fall of violent crime rates, the impact of social movements, policing strategies, and mass incarceration. Through historical texts, criminological theories, and policy evaluations, students will gain an in-depth understanding of the key factors influencing violence in America.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
- Core Codes: SS
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: Kelly Socia
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When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2026 Fall: Sep 01 to Dec 19 15-Week (Full-Term)
- Course Level: Graduate
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Tuition: $1830 | Pay as little as $373/mo for this course.
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- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
Related Programs: Graduate Certificate in Domestic Violence Prevention, Graduate Certificate in Forensic Criminology, M.A. in Criminal Justice, Graduate Certificate in Victim Studies
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