Bachelor's Degree in Law and Justice

Who is this program for?

The Law and Justice B.A. program is ideal for students interested in exploring the legal system, criminal justice, and the broader impact of law on society. It’s a great fit for those planning to pursue careers in law, public policy, law enforcement, or advocacy, or who are preparing for law school or graduate studies in related fields.

Program Overview

The Law and Justice bachelor’s program at the University of Kentucky offers students a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, criminal justice, and the role of law in shaping society. This interdisciplinary program combines coursework in political science, sociology, criminology, and public policy to prepare students for careers in law, law enforcement, government, or advocacy. Students will explore topics such as constitutional law, civil rights, ethics, and justice reform, gaining critical thinking and analytical skills along the way. Whether you're planning to attend law school or pursue a career in public service or legal advocacy, this program provides the knowledge and foundation to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Accelerated Program Option

Accelerated Opportunity UK BLUE If you know you want a career in law, then the UK BLUE program may be right for you. Incoming freshmen majoring in Law & Justice can apply to participate in this 3+3 partnership with UK Law. Students selected for this accelerated program finish their B.A. and J.D. in six years, all while participating in enrichment activities that expose them to the legal, clinical, community service, and career opportunities that a law degree makes possible. For more information, visit the UK BLUE website: https://www.as.uky.edu/uk-blue 

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Credit Hours
120
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Credential
BA

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Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.

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Undergraduate degree-seeking students have access to a variety of financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, work-study programs, and student loans, designed to make education more affordable.

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For residents of the states listed below, this program qualifies you to receive the University of Kentucky's in-state tuition rate through the Academic Common Marketplace.

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Kentucky Legislative Internship Program (KLIP) - The Kentucky Legislative Internship Program occurs every spring semester to align with the Commonwealth's legislative sessions in the Kentucky General Assembly. This comprehensive legislative experience can serve as the culminating experience of an academic program, or it can be a great launching point for students earlier in their academic careers who intend to continue their study of the political process or to go on to additional political work at the national level.

 

WilDCats at the Capitol - WilDCats at the Capitol is an internship program for students wishing to work in Washington, D.C. It is a collaborative program between the UK President’s Office, Student Government, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Department of Political Science. The program allows students to intern for a full semester (fall or spring terms) or during the summer.

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Students who get involved in activities outside of the classroom tend to do better academically and develop meaningful relationships with others at UK. Our network of student organizations and activities has something for everyone, from academic to professional to fun!

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Things to do on this form:
Take away "Term" for Transfers - "Unknown Term"? As well as "Not in High School"
And the same for "Online"

Possibly remove the "Readmit" option.
Feel like it would be pretty easy to see if the person already exists in our system and has a program enrollment record associated with them, which would shift them from "Freshman" or "Transfer" to "Readmit"
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