The History….
The Rutgers School of Criminal Justice was established at Rutgers University in 1972 by the New Jersey State Legislature. The legislature recognized the need for a formal program of study dedicated to preparing students to be leaders in research, teaching and public policy to better address criminal justice issues. More than three decades later, the impact and influence of the school continue to grow.

About Newark…
The Rutgers School of Criminal Justice is based on the university’s Newark campus, in the state’s largest and most dynamic city. Newark is a diverse community full of social, cultural and economic opportunities. The downtown business district, which is adjacent to the university’s campus, continues to grow with new housing options, retailers and entertainment venues. In addition, Newark is uniquely situated on the Northeast Corridor, just 20 minutes from midtown Manhattan.

About the Campus…
The Rutgers-Newark campus has responded to a growing demand for students who want to enjoy on-campus living in the middle of an exciting city by adding additional residential housing options—with even more on the horizon. At the same time, the university’s neighbors - the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, New Jersey Institute of Technology and Essex County College - are offering expanded programs, and bringing new jobs and educational opportunities to the community. The clustering of these institutions has fostered an environment for collaborative research and learning. For more information about Rutgers-Newark, visit www.newark.rutgers.edu.

The Center for Law and Justice…
In 2000, the Rutgers School of Criminal Justice moved into the Center for Law and Justice, one of the most beautiful and technologically equipped academic buildings in the country. The building’s architectural features, including its brick structure, clock tower and steelwork speak to Newark’s historical roots as one of the nation’s leading business and industrial centers. The Center for Law and Justice also is home to Rutgers School of Law-Newark, the Center for Global Change and Governance, and the Rutgers-Newark Provost’s Office. This environment encourages interdisciplinary collaboration on many levels.

Criminal Justice Ph.D. Program Ranked Fourth in Nation…
The Ph.D. program in criminology offered at the Rutgers School of Criminal Justice (SCJ) has been ranked fourth in the nation in the Spring 2005 issue of “Best Graduate Schools” by U.S. News & World Report. This is a first time ranking for U.S. News in this category, and a validation of the highly regarded program at Rutgers-Newark. “It’s an honor for our program to be ranked in the top four and ahead of so many other outstanding schools of criminal justice,” noted SCJ Dean Leslie Kennedy. “This is a testament to our world-renowned faculty, the strength of our academic programs and our high achieving students. Our program continues to set the standard for doctoral training and our graduating students are highly sought after by universities recruiting new faculty.”