Because it takes more than passion to be a change-maker.
Leadership isn’t just a lofty word. It about knowing and understanding the variables of a situation ¡ª the historical facts, the psychology and culture of the people involved ¡ª and then using that knowledge to power change.
Learn to recognize influences beyond the obvious. Use critical thinking and ethical reasoning to effectively organize and advocate for the change you want to see in the world.
Law & Society
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to do good for others. Here, you learn by doing.
Future lawyers are taught by States Attorney and state representatives. Environmental advocates draft real proposals for the state. Social workers service the local community. Criminology & Criminal Justice majors can even attend the Vermont Police Academy and get 15 credits toward their degree upon successful completion.
Explore Programs in this PathwayOne thing that the law courses teach you here subconsciously, whether or not you realize it, is a lot about humanity, and I feel that my perspective and interpretation of how people live their life and their choices and their decisions is a lot less judgmental, and I can empathize with them.
Current Outlook & Opportunities in the Field
Median annual wage for police & detectives, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Projected job growth for social workers until 2032, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. That’s nearly 63,800 new social workers needed every year.
Median annual wage for environmental scientists & technicians, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Career Options
The world needs professionals who are ready to roll up their sleeves to do good for others. If this is you, explore these options.
- Renewable Energy Analyst
- Immigration Lawyer
- Global Supply Chain Analyst
- Police Officer
- Labor Relations
- Social Services Agent
- Environmental Regulator
- Diplomat
- Translator/Interpreter
- Agriculture Advisor
- Foreign Affairs Analyst
- Criminal/Defense Attorney
Career Outcomes
Access a powerful network of alumni and community partners from Vermont to D.C. to across the globe. And if big ideas are what you’re seeking, then there’s no better place than Vermont, a state known for being unconventional and trying new things.
Learn About Career Success OutcomesWhere Our Alumni Work
Course Highlights
Learn by doing in our career-focused classes.
- Climate Change and Energy Policy Development
- Social Justice Intensive
- Introduction to Cybercrime & Digital Forensics
- Problem Analysis & Decision Making
- International Marketing
- Global Business Strategy
Champlain really focuses on teaching students to listen to all of the facts, assess a situation, and problem solve. There is a lot of emphasis on communication with everyone; faculty and staff, classmates, and peers. There is also a lot of emphasis on being a community. I feel like I am working with my classmates, rather than competing against them.
Connect with Your Community
The Crossover
The Crossover is a digital publication serving as the ¡°Intersection of News, Arts, and Culture at Champlain College¡± written by students, for students.
Phi Alpha Honor Society
Phi Alpha Social Work Honors Society is a nationally affiliated honor society that hosts academic scholarship and social work activities centered on social justice and humanitarian values.
Student Government Association (SGA)
The SGA offers opportunities for leadership development, involvement, and personal growth within Champlain College. Start a club, an on-campus initiative, or become a member of the SGA!
Related Majors
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Major (BS)
The way we think about the environment can’t be separated from the way we think about people, and vice versa. Learn the skills to cultivate a career in a growing field.
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- Data Science for Sustainability Concentration
- Dialogue & Consensus Building for Sustainability Solutions Concentration
- Education for Sustainability Concentration
- Environmental Communication Concentration
- Environmental Policy Concentration
- Environmental Studies Concentration
- Reinventing Business Through Sustainability Concentration
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Major (BS)
Start gaining real business experience at great Vermont entrepreneurial companies like Burton Snowboards as early as your first year.
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Major (BS)
Earn real-world experience with real clients in computer networking and cybersecurity at Champlain College, and prepare yourself for a vital role protecting society from cyber threats.
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Major (BS)
Don’t just study criminal justice¡ªexperience it. Start your career journey at Champlain today, making communities safer and building a more just system.
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Major (BS)
Release your digital investigation skills. Adopt the investigator’s mindset, solve mysteries, and master artifact discovery with Digital Forensics at Champlain College.
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Major (BS)
Teaching is the ultimate way to shape the future. At Champlain College, you¡¯ll be in classrooms during your first year, building deep expertise that leads to licensure.
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- Computer Science Education Concentration
- Early Childhood Education Concentration
- Elementary Teacher Education Concentration
- Middle Grades & Secondary Education Concentration
- Middle Grades English Language Arts Concentration
- Middle Grades Mathematics Concentration
- Middle Grades Social Studies Concentration
- Secondary Level English Concentration
- Secondary Level Mathematics Concentration
- Secondary Level Social Studies Concentration
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Major (BS)
Design your own major through Champlain¡¯s Degree Design Lab. You¡¯ll combine courses and real-world learning experiences to personalize your own education.
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Major (BS)
Study human motivations in a career-focused Psychology major that prepares you for this dynamic field.
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Major (BSW)
Uplift families, empower individuals, and heal communities with Champlain’s Social Work major.
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Major (BS)
Talent is just the beginning. Today’s successful writers combine creative skills with industry knowledge and adaptability.
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- Editing / Publishing Concentration
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Major (UNDC)
The School of Social Innovation is all about positive impact. Apply Undecided to explore how your career can improve livelihoods and build better futures.
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Related Minors
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Minor
Justice at all levels is a keystone of a functional society. Learn the criminal justice process at multiple levels and how your knowledge of this system can benefit your career.
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Minor
A strong base understanding of law and the legal system is a valuable asset to any r¨¦sum¨¦. Tailor your classes to focus on the specific kind of law that applies to your chosen career and get ahead.
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Minor
See your work through the lens of social justice. Learn how social, economic, and political issues influence each other and affect an individual’s or community’s essential rights.
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More Inside Areas of Study
Business & Analytics
Drive change at the intersection of information and impact with one of these majors.
Creative Arts & Communication
With many majors to choose from, you decide how to bring your ideas to life and communicate them to the world.
Cybersecurity, Computer Science & Technology
Solve everyday problems to build a better future with one of these tech-centered majors.
Humanities & the Sciences
The born educator, the team player, the change maker, the advocate. Which of these human-centered majors fits you career goals?
Game Design & Development
Turn concepts into digital reality. Explore our seven gaming majors to determine which path matches your interests.
Individualized Studies & Undeclared
Learn what you love, and love what you learn with one of these professional pathways.
Social Innovation
Want to uphold a system of justice through meaningful public service? Check out these majors that revolve around "doing good."