Courses, funding, & involvement
There are many opportunities for Harvard students interested in studying or working in the criminal legal system.
2026-27 Harvard University Crime, Punishment, Justice, and Safety Course Guide
Students interested in courses relevant to criminal justice policy can view a list of courses offered at HKS and across Harvard. (Updated August 25, 2026)
The Program in Criminal Justice Doctoral Student Research Grants
We award annual grants to PhD candidates who are conducting research to address questions related to the criminal legal system.
Student jobs and Career resources
Please reach out to the HKS Office of Career Advancement (OCA) to research careers in criminal legal system policy or advocacy.
Student group: Safety and Justice Professional Interest Council
Based at HKS, the student-led Safety and Justice Professional Interest Council convenes students who are interested in creating a network for shared communication around criminal justice reform.
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