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#1

#1 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX

At Texas A&M International University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Police Science, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

169

SAT Score

920–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$3,833

Median Starting Salary

$48,329

#2

#2 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI

Each year, Ferris State University grants around 222 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Police Science, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

222

SAT Score

900–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$13,154

Median Starting Salary

$49,820

#3

#3 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY

At CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Forensic Psychology, and Criminal Justice/Police Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

57%

Annual Degrees Awarded

240

SAT Score

1,000–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$4,141

Median Starting Salary

$48,078

#4

#4 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT

Annually, Western Connecticut State University awards about 92 degrees to those studying Criminal Justice/Police Science, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

92

SAT Score

880–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,527

Median Starting Salary

$51,932

#5

#5 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ

At Rowan University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Rowan University grants 432 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

259

SAT Score

1,110–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$22,237

Median Starting Salary

$52,539

#6

#6 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Tacoma, WA

At the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Computer and Information Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

100

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$11,290

Median Starting Salary

$48,929

#7

#7 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA

Annually, George Mason University awards around 398 degrees to those studying Information Technology, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

327

SAT Score

1,150–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$18,900

Median Starting Salary

$48,153

#8

#8 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Princess Anne, MD

At the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Police Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

850–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$14,595

Median Starting Salary

$50,092

#9

#9 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Hilbert College
Hamburg, NY

Every year, Hilbert College grants about 51 degrees to those majoring in Forensic Science and Technology, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Police Science, Cyber/Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism, Human Services, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

980–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$22,224

Median Starting Salary

$51,638

#10

#10 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

University of Baltimore
Baltimore, MD

At the University of Baltimore, the most popular majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Criminal Justice/Police Science, Animation, Interactive Technology, and Video Graphics and Special Effects....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

1,010–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$17,253

Median Starting Salary

$48,330

#11

#11 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

New England College
Henniker, NH

Each year, New England College awards around 36 degrees to those majoring in Criminal Justice/Police Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

820–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$30,280

Median Starting Salary

$48,442

#12

#12 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ

Every year, Grand Canyon University grants around 4755 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

269

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$22,239

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#13

#13 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Warner University
Lake Wales, FL

At Warner University, the three most popular college majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

830–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$21,471

Median Starting Salary

$49,821

#14

#14 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Trinity International University-Illinois
Deerfield, IL

At Trinity International University-Illinois, the most popular majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Bible/Biblical Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Trinity International University-Illinois grants 28 degrees every year to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

950–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$21,260

Median Starting Salary

$50,820

#15

#15 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Bacone College
Muskogee, OK

Each year, Bacone College awards about 5 degrees to students majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

810–940

Est. Net Price *

$16,970

Median Starting Salary

$50,025

#16

#16 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL

Annually, Eastern Illinois University awards about 107 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

890–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$14,621

Median Starting Salary

$50,858

#17

#17 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Wiley College
Marshall, TX

Annually, Wiley College awards around 27 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$10,290

Median Starting Salary

$45,933

#18

#18 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Caribbean University-Bayamon
Bayamon, PR

At Caribbean University-Bayamon, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Social Work, Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. In fact, Caribbean University-Bayamon awards 15 degrees per year to Social Work majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$6,301

Median Starting Salary

$43,813

#19

#19 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Defiance College
Defiance, OH

At Defiance College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Criminal Justice/Police Science, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Defiance College grants 13 degrees per year to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

42%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$24,098

Median Starting Salary

$55,174

#20

#20 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Cupey Campus
San Juan, PR

Annually, Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Cupey Campus grants about 394 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

720–960

Est. Net Price *

$7,559

Median Starting Salary

$44,956

#21

#21 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Midland University
Fremont, NE

At Midland University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Education, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Midland University awards 36 degrees annually to graduating Education, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

960–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$24,143

Median Starting Salary

$54,391

#22

#22 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Nevada State College
Henderson, NV

Annually, Nevada State College grants around 396 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

830–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$16,255

Median Starting Salary

$49,579

#23

#23 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Gwynedd Mercy University
Gwynedd Valley, PA

Annually, Gwynedd Mercy University grants about 287 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

25

SAT Score

1,050–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$26,733

Median Starting Salary

$50,416

#24

#24 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

University of the Virgin Islands
Charlotte Amalie, VI

Every year, the University of the Virgin Islands grants about 34 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

800–1,030

Est. Net Price *

$7,632

Median Starting Salary

$47,495

#25

#25 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Midway University
Midway, KY

At Midway University, the most popular majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Equestrian/Equine Studies. In fact, Midway University grants 45 degrees every year to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,040–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$24,739

Median Starting Salary

$48,696

#26

#26 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT

At Southern Utah University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southern Utah University awards 109 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

47

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$12,375

Median Starting Salary

$49,884

#27

#27 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN

At the University of Indianapolis, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$19,903

Median Starting Salary

$52,399

#28

#28 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Malone University
Canton, OH

At Malone University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Work, Business Administration, Management and Operations, and Other. In fact, Malone University grants 22 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

930–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$23,362

Median Starting Salary

$52,436

#29

#29 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA

At Fitchburg State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Cinematography and Film/Video Production....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

1,030–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$15,820

Median Starting Salary

$52,784

#30

#30 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Gurabo Campus
Gurabo, PR

Every year, Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Gurabo Campus grants about 108 degrees to students studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

740–980

Est. Net Price *

$7,668

Median Starting Salary

$44,698

#31

#31 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Minnesota State University-Mankato
Mankato, MN

At Minnesota State University-Mankato, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

1,110–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$17,227

Median Starting Salary

$54,045

#32

#32 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Alva, OK

At Northwestern Oklahoma State University, the most popular majors students study are Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

890–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$12,067

Median Starting Salary

$50,584

#33

#33 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN

Annually, Metropolitan State University awards about 207 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

890–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$18,233

Median Starting Salary

$47,770

#34

#34 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL

At Florida State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Finance, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, Florida State University grants 716 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

35

SAT Score

1,260–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$14,903

Median Starting Salary

$47,068

#35

#35 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO

At Colorado Mesa University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

950–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,076

Median Starting Salary

$51,455

#36

#36 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH

Each year, Cedarville University grants around 119 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,130–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$27,047

Median Starting Salary

$54,034

#37

#37 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Universidad Ana G. Mendez-Carolina Campus
Carolina, PR

At Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Carolina Campus, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

710–950

Est. Net Price *

$7,569

Median Starting Salary

$45,392

#38

#38 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Oklahoma Panhandle State University
Goodwell, OK

At Oklahoma Panhandle State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

890–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$5,274

Median Starting Salary

$50,755

#39

#39 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS

At William Carey University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Elementary Education and Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, William Carey University grants 145 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$17,192

Median Starting Salary

$46,895

#40

#40 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Siena Heights University
Adrian, MI

At Siena Heights University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

890–1,110

Est. Net Price *

$17,740

Median Starting Salary

$49,855

#41

#41 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN

At Purdue University Northwest, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

920–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$9,637

Median Starting Salary

$51,055

#42

#42 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Crown College
Saint Bonifacius, MN

Annually, Crown College awards about 17 degrees to those studying Religious Education, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Counseling Psychology, and International/Global Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$27,196

Median Starting Salary

$53,198

#43

#43 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Belhaven University
Jackson, MS

Each year, Belhaven University grants around 152 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Applied Psychology, Education, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$22,145

Median Starting Salary

$47,540

#44

#44 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Each year, Texas State University awards around 518 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

990–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$15,307

Median Starting Salary

$49,672

#45

#45 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

At Eastern Kentucky University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, General Studies, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. In fact, Eastern Kentucky University grants 203 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$10,852

Median Starting Salary

$49,580

#46

#46 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

George Washington University
Washington, DC

At George Washington University, the most popular majors students pursue are International Relations and Affairs, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,370–1,500

Est. Net Price *

$45,466

Median Starting Salary

$49,619

#47

#47 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Northern Vermont University
Johnson, VT

Each year, Northern Vermont University grants around 54 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

920–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$15,546

Median Starting Salary

$51,011

#48

#48 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Winona, MN

At Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Business Analytics, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,518

Median Starting Salary

$50,850

#49

#49 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, FL

At Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$33,865

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#50

#50 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Neumann University
Aston, PA

At Neumann University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

910–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$29,298

Median Starting Salary

$53,616

#51

#51 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

College of the Ozarks
Point Lookout, MO

Every year, the College of the Ozarks awards around 31 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

15%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$12,279

Median Starting Salary

$48,744

#52

#52 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX

Every year, Stephen F Austin State University grants about 278 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

980–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,498

Median Starting Salary

$50,316

#53

#53 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL

Each year, Columbia Southern University grants around 608 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

143

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$14,085

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#54

#54 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Lackawanna College
Scranton, PA

At Lackawanna College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Police Science, Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other, and Accounting. In fact, Lackawanna College awards 29 degrees annually to Criminal Justice/Police Science majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

29

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$20,382

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#55

#55 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Caribbean University-Carolina
Carolina, PR

Every year, Caribbean University-Carolina awards about 7 degrees to students studying Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$7,635

Median Starting Salary

$44,338

#56

#56 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-Montgomery
Montgomery, AL

At South University-Montgomery, the most popular majors students study are Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Public Health, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$25,157

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#57

#57 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Caribbean University-Vega Baja
Vega Baja, PR

Each year, Caribbean University-Vega Baja grants about 11 degrees to students studying Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$6,310

Median Starting Salary

$43,533

#58

#58 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Brookline College-Tucson
Tucson, AZ

At Brookline College-Tucson, only three majors are offered: Surgical Technology/Technologist, Criminal Justice/Police Science, Business Administration and Management, and......view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$18,645

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#59

#59 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-Savannah
Savannah, GA

Each year, South University-Savannah awards around 12 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

52%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$24,116

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#60

#60 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach, VA

Each year, South University-Virginia Beach grants around 41 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Criminal Justice/Police Science, Public Health, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

34%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$23,181

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#61

#61 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-Savannah Online
Savannah, GA

At South University-Savannah Online, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$26,103

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#62

#62 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-Austin
Round Rock, TX

At South University-Austin, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. In fact, South University-Austin grants 41 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$25,434

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#63

#63 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Rasmussen University-Florida
Ocala, FL

At Rasmussen University-Florida, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Educational Leadership and Administration, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$18,063

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#64

#64 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Brookline College-Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM

At Brookline College-Albuquerque, only three majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Police Science, and Accounting and Business/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$37,566

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#65

#65 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Caribbean University-Ponce
Ponce, PR

Each year, Caribbean University-Ponce awards about 28 degrees to those studying Electrical and Electronics Engineering, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$6,679

Median Starting Salary

$42,247

#66

#66 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-Columbia
Columbia, SC

At South University-Columbia, the most popular majors students study are Public Health, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, South University-Columbia grants 15 degrees annually to Public Health, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$22,112

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#67

#67 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Aspen University
Phoenix, AZ

At Aspen University, the three most popular college majors students study are Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing, Business Administration and Management, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$13,781

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#68

#68 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-West Palm Beach
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Annually, South University-West Palm Beach awards about 93 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$20,494

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#69

#69 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

South University-Tampa
Tampa, FL

At South University-Tampa, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$24,280

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#70

#70 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S.

Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies
Springfield, MO

Annually, Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies awards about 37 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$13,749

Median Starting Salary

$53,165

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Criminal Justice/Police Science

Criminal Justice/Police Science programs prepare individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention methods, weapon and equipment operation and maintenance, report preparation and other routine law enforcement responsibilities.

Students majoring in Criminal Justice/Police Science can earn up to a Bachelors degree. On average, 54% percent of women and 46% percent of men make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. Criminal Justice/Police Science is most popular in Virginia. The Median Starting Salary for an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice/Police Science is $40,800.

Popularity of Criminal Justice/Police Science Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Criminal Justice/Police Science degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

Majoring in Criminal Justice/Police Science, your education is applicable to different careers. Criminal Justice/Police Science majors go on to find jobs including Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers and Detectives and Criminal Investigators which are in high demand. Some of the jobs with the highest salary for Criminal Justice/Police Science majors include Detectives and Criminal Investigators, Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers and Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Criminal Justice/Police Science majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Criminal Justice/Police Science majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
2,731
Female Students
1,466 (53%)
Male Students
1,265 (46%)

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