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#1

#1 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH

At Southern New Hampshire University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

779

SAT Score

870–1,060

Est. Net Price *

$33,163

Median Starting Salary

$47,712

#2

#2 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ

At New Jersey City University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

94

SAT Score

890–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$12,157

Median Starting Salary

$48,644

#3

#3 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Utica University
Utica, NY

At Utica University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

53

SAT Score

1,040–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$22,510

Median Starting Salary

$51,674

#4

#4 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Warner Pacific University
Portland, OR

Every year, Warner Pacific University grants around 39 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

890–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$18,402

Median Starting Salary

$49,812

#5

#5 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

McMurry University
Abilene, TX

Each year, McMurry University awards about 22 degrees to those majoring in Kinesiology and Exercise Science, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other, Business/Commerce, General, and Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,000–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$20,817

Median Starting Salary

$50,043

#6

#6 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Bethune-Cookman University
Daytona Beach, FL

Each year, Bethune-Cookman University awards around 60 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

57

SAT Score

840–990

Est. Net Price *

$14,705

Median Starting Salary

$47,800

#7

#7 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Savannah State University
Savannah, GA

At Savannah State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Corrections and Criminal Justice, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

34

SAT Score

850–1,000

Est. Net Price *

$8,506

Median Starting Salary

$45,298

#8

#8 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Montana State University-Northern
Havre, MT

At Montana State University-Northern, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$11,789

Median Starting Salary

$49,711

#9

#9 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Keene State College
Keene, NH

Each year, Keene State College awards around 71 degrees to those majoring in Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

990–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$20,405

Median Starting Salary

$57,615

#10

#10 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL

At the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

82

SAT Score

1,120–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$17,413

Median Starting Salary

$46,880

#11

#11 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 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

94

SAT Score

1,000–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$4,141

Median Starting Salary

$48,078

#12

#12 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Fisher College
Boston, MA

At Fisher College, the three most popular college majors students study are Human Services, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Corrections and Criminal Justice, and Other. In fact, Fisher College grants 29 degrees annually to Human Services, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

820–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$27,827

Median Starting Salary

$48,580

#13

#13 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Chadron State College
Chadron, NE

At Chadron State College, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$13,852

Median Starting Salary

$51,869

#14

#14 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Newberry College
Newberry, SC

Each year, Newberry College awards about 46 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

890–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$20,941

Median Starting Salary

$51,732

#15

#15 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Stillman College
Tuscaloosa, AL

Every year, Stillman College awards about 28 degrees to those studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

800–930

Est. Net Price *

$12,479

Median Starting Salary

$47,322

#16

#16 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Cameron University
Lawton, OK

At Cameron University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, and General. In fact, Cameron University awards 59 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,094

Median Starting Salary

$47,872

#17

#17 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI

Each year, Oakland University awards around 520 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Psychology, General, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

73

SAT Score

1,000–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,734

Median Starting Salary

$49,406

#18

#18 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Keystone College
La Plume, PA

Every year, Keystone College grants about 25 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Applied Psychology, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, Social Sciences, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

910–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$21,461

Median Starting Salary

$51,227

#19

#19 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Anderson University
Anderson, SC

At Anderson University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,100–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$22,222

Median Starting Salary

$54,045

#20

#20 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Northeastern University
Boston, MA

Annually, Northeastern University awards about 955 degrees to students majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer and Information Sciences, General, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

6%

Annual Degrees Awarded

32

SAT Score

1,460–1,550

Est. Net Price *

$34,770

Median Starting Salary

$49,859

#21

#21 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK

Annually, the University of Alaska Fairbanks grants about 53 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,010–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$9,985

Median Starting Salary

$48,139

#22

#22 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

American University
Washington, DC

At American University, the most popular majors students pursue are International Relations and Affairs, Business Administration and Management, General, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,320–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$40,189

Median Starting Salary

$52,515

#23

#23 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Muskingum University
New Concord, OH

Every year, Muskingum University awards about 60 degrees to those majoring in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

930–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$20,269

Median Starting Salary

$50,991

#24

#24 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Arkansas Baptist College
Little Rock, AR

Annually, Arkansas Baptist College awards around 6 degrees to those majoring in Christian Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Human Services, General, Religion/Religious Studies, Corrections and Criminal Justice, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,047

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#25

#25 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CT

At the University of Saint Joseph, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

960–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$27,558

Median Starting Salary

$50,595

#26

#26 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Seattle Pacific University
Seattle, WA

Every year, Seattle Pacific University grants about 92 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,050–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$26,155

Median Starting Salary

$52,737

#27

#27 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

At Sam Houston State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

50

SAT Score

950–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$14,556

Median Starting Salary

$49,624

#28

#28 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Suffolk University
Boston, MA

Each year, Suffolk University grants about 109 degrees to those studying Marketing/Marketing Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Legal Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,110–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$33,089

Median Starting Salary

$51,400

#29

#29 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Bethany College
Lindsborg, KS

Every year, Bethany College grants about 19 degrees to those majoring in Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

860–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$29,571

Median Starting Salary

$51,652

#30

#30 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Wisconsin Lutheran College
Milwaukee, WI

At Wisconsin Lutheran College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,809

Median Starting Salary

$53,679

#31

#31 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NY

Every year, New York Institute of Technology awards about 98 degrees to those studying Computer and Information Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,190–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$23,074

Median Starting Salary

$47,617

#32

#32 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Emporia State University
Emporia, KS

At Emporia State University, the most popular majors students study are Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,441

Median Starting Salary

$51,871

#33

#33 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Regis University
Denver, CO

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

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$25,062

Median Starting Salary

$48,788

#34

#34 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Northwestern College
Orange City, IA

Every year, Northwestern College awards about 26 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,737

Median Starting Salary

$56,089

#35

#35 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

University of Michigan-Flint
Flint, MI

At the University of Michigan-Flint, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

950–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$12,344

Median Starting Salary

$48,199

#36

#36 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Adrian College
Adrian, MI

At Adrian College, the three most popular college majors students study are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

900–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$22,053

Median Starting Salary

$55,085

#37

#37 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Truett McConnell University
Cleveland, GA

At Truett McConnell University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Bible/Biblical Studies. In fact, Truett McConnell University awards 45 degrees annually to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

990–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$22,373

Median Starting Salary

$53,763

#38

#38 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Albany State University
Albany, GA

Every year, Albany State University awards about 92 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Education, Other, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

780–930

Est. Net Price *

$13,775

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

#39

#39 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Hampton University
Hampton, VA

Every year, Hampton University awards about 65 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Journalism, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

820–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$28,576

Median Starting Salary

$52,162

#40

#40 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK

Every year, the University of Alaska Anchorage awards around 125 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Public Health, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

890–1,090

Est. Net Price *

$13,931

Median Starting Salary

$48,671

#41

#41 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other 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

1

SAT Score

820–1,040

Est. Net Price *

$30,280

Median Starting Salary

$48,442

#42

#42 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez
Mayaguez, PR

At Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez, the most popular majors students study are Hotel/Motel Administration/Management, Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

770–1,020

Est. Net Price *

$8,132

Median Starting Salary

$45,478

#43

#43 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies
Fort Wayne, IN

At Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Organizational Leadership, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$18,950

Median Starting Salary

$50,494

#44

#44 Best College for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other in the U.S.

Florida Institute of Technology-Online
Melbourne, FL

Each year, Florida Institute of Technology-Online grants around 48 degrees to students studying Applied Psychology, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

960–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$24,146

Median Starting Salary

$50,742

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About Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other

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Of the 1,736 Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other degrees granted each year at the Bachelors degree level, men make up 40% percent and women make up 60% percent of the area of study. Did you know that New Hampshire has more students being awarded a degree in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other than any other state? In fact, New Hampshire awarded 820 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other is $40,800.

Popularity of Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying careers for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other majors include Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary, Correctional Officers and Jailers . But, another thing to think about is how much demand there is for certain careers. Positions that are in high need that a degree in Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other can prepare you for are Correctional Officers and Jailers, Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary .

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Corrections and Criminal Justice, Other majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,736
Female Students
1,046 (60%)
Male Students
690 (39%)

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