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Quick Facts

14 - Rank, based on enrollment, among the top majors at UCF

10th - UCF's ranking among the nation's top-producing institutions of books on criminal justice

9 - Number of summer study abroad programs in Russia lead by Associate Professor K. Michael Reynolds

Orientation

Department/Program Orientations

Criminal Justice B.A./B.S.: The department does not hold a separate orientation for these programs.

Criminal Justice M.S.: The week prior to the start of each semester (fall, spring and summer), the graduate program in criminal justice holds a welcome orientation for new students. The specific date and time for each orientation are noted in the acceptance letter new students receive. At orientation, students attend a brief presentation and have the opportunity to meet the department chair and graduate coordinator. Students also receive an informational packet including course schedules, requirements, grade expectations, a campus map, and contact list.

College Orientation

The College of Health and Public Affairs' Office of Student Support, located in HPA II Suite 115, hosts a series of college orientations aimed at providing students with specific information they will need to successfully complete a degree program offered within this college. These orientation sessions are held in conjunction with the general UCF Orientations throughout the year. During these specialized college orientations, students will receive academic advisement and will register for classes. For specific information, please visit the Office of Student Support online or contact them directly at (407) 823-0010.

General UCF Orientation

There are several different orientations available for students depending on the program that they are beginning. Initially, all students are required by the university to attend a general UCF Orientation. Click here for more information.

These orientations are tailored to the status of the student, such as freshman or transfer student, and they aim to help students transition to UCF. These sessions provide valuable information on such important topics as class schedules, immunizations requirements, financial aid and student services.

CJ Highlights

  • Renee Washington

    (B.S. in criminal justice, minor in information technology, certificate in crime analysis and crime mapping, '09)

    "...the internships I had while attending UCF were instrumental in preparing me for my career." — Renee Washington

    Washington is a full-time associate industrial security representative at Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control in Ocala, Fla.

  • Ross Wolf

    Associate Professor Ross Wolf was one of two recipients of UCF's Award for Excellence in Professional Service in 2010. He came to UCF in 1999 and since then has participated in countless committees within the department, the College of Health and Public Affairs, and the university. He has served on the UCF Alumni Association board of directors and as faculty adviser to Lambda Alpha Epsilon, the American Criminal Justice Association. Wolf also serves as a division chief in the Orange County Sheriff's Office.

  • Marva Ellington

    Marva Ellington received UCF's Award for Excellence in Professional Academic Advising in 2010. She is responsible for academic advising of two the largest programs in the College of Health and Public Affairs. She mentors students, listens carefully to student issues and concerns, and assists students in looking ahead and exploring options for growth and self-development. Ellington is a strong advocate for students and looks for solutions in her work that support students, departments and the university.

  • Tom Stroup: Inspiring School Pride

    Tom Stroup, '09 (Criminal Justice Master's Degree), was one of the hosts of the NBC show called School Pride, which aired Fall 2010 that had Cheryl Hines ’90 as an executive producer. Each week, the show empowered communities as cast and crew members to renovate a rundown school and watch as student pride grew. Every episode featured touching personal stories of children, parents and teachers experiencing the amazing transformations of their school grounds and athletic fields. The show also invited viewers to watch for surprise celebrity appearances. For more information, visit www.nbc.com/school-pride.