Criminal Intelligence Analysis, BS
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- Bachelor of Science / major
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Criminal Intelligence Analysis, BS
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
- School/Department
- Criminal Justice Studies
Program Contact
- David A. Licate, Ph.D.
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Department Chair and Professor
330-972-7392
Overview
Turn data into action with Ohio's only public Bachelor of Science in Criminal Intelligence Analysis. You'll learn to collect, analyze and interpret information that helps law enforcement, government agencies and private organizations prevent crime, reduce risk and protect communities.
Unlike a traditional criminal justice degree, this specialized program prepares you to think like an intelligence analyst. You'll gain hands-on experience using industry tools and analytical techniques to identify crime patterns, assess threats and support real-world investigations. Through partnerships with local, state and federal agencies, applied research projects and internship opportunities, you'll build the skills and professional experience employers value.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must meet the general admission requirements of The University of Akron.
Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for high-demand roles in both public and private sectors. In the private sector, opportunities include analytical and risk management positions in business and industry including finance, insurance, retail loss prevention, and corporate security. You’ll also be qualified for roles in national security, law enforcement, and homeland security agencies such as the FBI, U.S. Marshals, and local or state police. This degree also provides a strong foundation for graduate study or law school.
100,000+ Job Openings
The demand for criminal intelligence professionals is expected to grow faster than average over the next ten years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What Does a Crime Intelligence Analyst Do?
Criminal intelligence analysts turn data into actionable intelligence. They analyze information, identify patterns and assess threats to help law enforcement, government agencies and businesses make informed decisions. From tracking serial offenders to identifying crime hot spots, their work helps protect communities and solve complex problems.
Turn Data Into Decisions
Develop the analytical skills to identify patterns, assess threats and solve complex problems. Through applied learning and partnerships with public safety and community organizations, you'll gain real-world experience that prepares you for careers in the private sector, government, and law enforcement.
A Distinctive Degree
Ohio's Only Public Criminal Intelligence Analysis Program
The University of Akron is the only public university in Ohio to offer a bachelor's degree in Criminal Intelligence Analysis. Gain specialized analytical skills, hands-on experience and professional connections that prepare you for careers in the private sector, government, and public safety.
Professional Connections
Learn Alongside the Professionals
Gain hands-on experience through partnerships with local, state and federal agencies, courts, prosecutors and community organizations. These relationships provide valuable opportunities for applied learning, internships and career exploration before graduation.
Why Choose Criminal Intelligence Analysis?
Discover what sets this program apart. Learn how Criminal Intelligence Analysis differs from a traditional criminal justice degree, explore career opportunities, and see how hands-on experiences prepare you to turn information into actionable intelligence.
You will focus on analytical and technical courses with a curriculum that will give you a strong foundation of theoretical knowledge and applied skills for work in contemporary criminal justice agencies.
Range of areas:
- Sociology
- Political science
- Criminal justice technology
- Geography and planning
- Geographic and land information systems
- Computer information systems
Successful students often:
- Enjoy research, analysis and problem-solving.
- Are curious about human behavior.
- Feel comfortable using technology and information systems.
- Work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Communicate clearly through presentations and reports.
- Collaborate as both leaders and team members.
From analyzing crime trends and assessing threats to supporting public safety initiatives, you'll work on projects that mirror the responsibilities of today's intelligence professionals. Through partnerships with law enforcement, courts, prosecutors and community organizations, you'll graduate with real analytical experience—not just classroom knowledge.
Graduates are prepared for high-demand careers in both the public and private sectors. Because intelligence analysts often work with sensitive information, employers expect professionalism, integrity and sound judgment. Many positions also require a background check before employment.
In the private sector, opportunities include roles within financial services, insurance, retail, cybersecurity and other industries in:
- Intelligence
- Fraud prevention,
- Risk management
- Corporate Security
Public-sector graduates pursue careers with national security, homeland security and law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, U.S. Marshals Service, state and local police departments, fusion centers and prosecutors' offices.
The program also provides an excellent foundation for graduate study or law school.