Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology Study Abroad 2026

Study Abroad in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology (CJC)
MSU Denver’s Department of CJC offers dynamic, short‑term, faculty‑led study abroad programs during fall or spring breaks. These trips give students the chance to explore both local and international criminal justice systems, including policing, prosecution, corrections, courts, cybersecurity, and global cooperation. Students enrich their academic experience by participating in special lectures with partnering universities, depending on the destination. They also meet and interact with local communities and visit cultural and historical sites that bring classroom concepts to life.

Each academic year, study abroad programs are offered in locations such as London (the UK), Budapest (Hungary), Seoul (South Korea), and soon Amsterdam and The Hague (the Netherlands), with even more exciting destinations on the horizon. With Introduction to Criminal Justice System (CJC 1010) as the only prerequisite, students across the entire university are welcome to join these transformative global learning experiences.

Student Impact
Study abroad trips help students become exposed to the world, immersed in new cultures and experience innovative approaches in public safety and security with CJC faculty members and international experts. Students have the chance to compare criminal justice systems across the globe, gain valuable knowledge and build cross-cultural skills. Your donation helps reduce the overall cost of the trip, which will lower the barrier for students’ international travel and open the door for more students to participate in the experience!