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#1 #1 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Saint Leo University Saint Leo, FL Each year, Saint Leo University grants around 265 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 140 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $47,360
#2 #2 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 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, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Florida State University grants 767 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 132 SAT Score 1,300–1,420 Median Starting Salary $47,068
#3 #3 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Columbus State University Columbus, GA At Columbus State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 46 SAT Score 900–1,140 Median Starting Salary $49,405
#4 #4 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Boston University Boston, MA At Boston University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, Economics, and General. In fact, Boston University grants 672 degrees per year to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 11% Annual Degrees Awarded 122 SAT Score 1,430–1,530 Median Starting Salary $51,201
#5 #5 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University at Albany Albany, NY At the University at Albany, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 58 SAT Score 1,160–1,330 Median Starting Salary $48,045
#6 #6 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA At the University of Southern California, the most popular majors students study are Management Science, Computer Science, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric. In fact, the University of Southern California awards 1221 degrees annually to Management Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 10% Annual Degrees Awarded 85 SAT Score 1,440–1,550 Median Starting Salary $44,828
#7 #7 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Westfield State University Westfield, MA At Westfield State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Westfield State University awards 137 degrees per year to graduating Criminal Justice/Safety Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,000–1,210 Median Starting Salary $54,583
#8 #8 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. DeSales University Center Valley, PA Annually, DeSales University grants about 110 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 1,090–1,260 Median Starting Salary $53,255
#9 #9 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Central Florida Orlando, FL At the University of Central Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 95 SAT Score 1,210–1,350 Median Starting Salary $45,995
#10 #10 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 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, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 50 SAT Score 930–1,130 Median Starting Salary $49,624
#11 #11 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Liberty University Lynchburg, VA At Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 408 SAT Score 1,040–1,340 Median Starting Salary $48,155
#12 #12 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Platteville Platteville, WI Every year, the University of Wisconsin-Platteville grants about 153 degrees to students studying Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Construction Management, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Civil Engineering, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Median Starting Salary $52,462
#13 #13 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. McNeese State University Lake Charles, LA Each year, McNeese State University grants around 148 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,040–1,180 Median Starting Salary $48,300
#14 #14 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Rutgers University-Newark Newark, NJ Annually, Rutgers University-Newark awards around 199 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 42 SAT Score 1,080–1,370 Median Starting Salary $49,786
#15 #15 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Albany State University Albany, GA Every year, Albany State University awards about 121 degrees to students studying Education, Other, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 790–940 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#16 #16 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Northeastern University Boston, MA Annually, Northeastern University awards about 957 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 5% Annual Degrees Awarded 51 SAT Score 1,450–1,540 Median Starting Salary $49,859
#17 #17 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Chester, PA At West Chester University of Pennsylvania, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 1,110–1,280 Median Starting Salary $55,323
#18 #18 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. American Public University System Charles Town, WV At American Public University System, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Intelligence, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 153 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#19 #19 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Every year, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus awards about 483 degrees to those majoring in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 85 SAT Score 1,180–1,350 Median Starting Salary $49,733
#20 #20 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Simpson College Indianola, IA Each year, Simpson College grants around 33 degrees to students majoring in Health and Wellness, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,400–1,460 Median Starting Salary $54,664
#21 #21 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX At Texas Christian University, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Public Relations, Advertising, and and Applied Communication....view more Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 1,190–1,380 Median Starting Salary $52,112
#22 #22 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Fayetteville State University Fayetteville, NC At Fayetteville State University, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Fayetteville State University awards 155 degrees per year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 810–1,020 Median Starting Salary $48,792
#23 #23 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO At Colorado Technical University-Colorado Springs, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 83 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#24 #24 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ At Monmouth University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,150–1,320 Median Starting Salary $54,261
#25 #25 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Albertus Magnus College New Haven, CT Each year, Albertus Magnus College grants around 55 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 830–1,160 Median Starting Salary $49,945
#26 #26 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of North Texas Denton, TX At the University of North Texas, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and General Studies. In fact, the University of North Texas grants 606 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 48 SAT Score 990–1,240 Median Starting Salary $48,516
#27 #27 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Lamar University Beaumont, TX At Lamar University, the three most popular college majors students study are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, Lamar University awards 280 degrees annually to Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other majors....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 116 SAT Score 940–1,150 Median Starting Salary $48,580
#28 #28 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Grambling State University Grambling, LA At Grambling State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 24% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 890–1,040 Median Starting Salary $48,748
#29 #29 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Claflin University Orangeburg, SC Annually, Claflin University awards around 50 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 850–1,040 Median Starting Salary $49,132
#30 #30 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Guilford College Greensboro, NC Each year, Guilford College awards about 26 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 900–1,150 Median Starting Salary $49,945
#31 #31 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 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 62% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,300–1,450 Median Starting Salary $52,515
#32 #32 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, NE At the University of Nebraska at Omaha, the three most popular college majors students pursue are General Studies, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Nebraska at Omaha grants 306 degrees annually to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Median Starting Salary $50,479
#33 #33 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Webster University Saint Louis, MO At Webster University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 990–1,220 Median Starting Salary $48,726
#34 #34 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Barton College Wilson, NC Each year, Barton College grants around 42 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 950–1,150 Median Starting Salary $50,635
#35 #35 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Xavier University Cincinnati, OH Each year, Xavier University awards around 341 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,110–1,330 Median Starting Salary $56,822
#36 #36 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Keystone College La Plume, PA Every year, Keystone College grants about 27 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Applied Psychology, Social Sciences, Other, and Wildlife Biology....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 900–1,170 Median Starting Salary $51,227
#37 #37 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Florida International University Miami, FL Each year, Florida International University awards about 1536 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score 1,080–1,270 Median Starting Salary $45,679
#38 #38 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 970–1,210 Median Starting Salary $50,353
#39 #39 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Norfolk State University Norfolk, VA Annually, Norfolk State University grants about 112 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 870–1,030 Median Starting Salary $48,682
#40 #40 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge, LA At Southern University and A & M College, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score 880–1,040 Median Starting Salary $47,242
#41 #41 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Nova Southeastern University Fort Lauderdale, FL Every year, Nova Southeastern University grants about 391 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Public Health, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score 1,030–1,310 Median Starting Salary $47,257
#42 #42 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Every year, Grand Canyon University grants around 3721 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 117 SAT Score 960–1,150 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#43 #43 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans, LA Every year, Southern University at New Orleans grants around 41 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Social Work....view more Acceptance Rate 60% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 800–970 Median Starting Salary $48,846
#44 #44 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg Middletown, PA Each year, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg grants about 78 degrees to those majoring in Mechanical Engineering, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,120–1,320 Median Starting Salary $50,072
#45 #45 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. California State University-Long Beach Long Beach, CA Annually, California State University-Long Beach grants around 1284 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 46% Annual Degrees Awarded 24 SAT Score 1,030–1,240 Median Starting Salary $46,243
#46 #46 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. East Carolina University Greenville, NC Annually, East Carolina University grants around 351 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 23 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Median Starting Salary $50,982
#47 #47 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 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, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 890–1,140 Median Starting Salary $48,644
#48 #48 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Seattle University Seattle, WA At Seattle University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, Seattle University grants 238 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 1,150–1,370 Median Starting Salary $52,697
#49 #49 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. George Mason University Fairfax, VA Annually, George Mason University awards around 645 degrees to those studying Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Information Technology, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 1,170–1,370 Median Starting Salary $48,153
#50 #50 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Chicago State University Chicago, IL Every year, Chicago State University awards around 51 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 41% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 790–980 Median Starting Salary $47,555
#51 #51 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Corban University Salem, OR Every year, Corban University awards around 20 degrees to students studying Bible/Biblical Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business Administration and Management, General, and Divinity/Ministry....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Median Starting Salary $54,578
#52 #52 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. San Jose State University San Jose, CA At San Jose State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $46,347
#53 #53 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Fairmont State University Fairmont, WV Each year, Fairmont State University awards about 55 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Education, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 910–1,100 Median Starting Salary $50,447
#54 #54 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. St. Thomas University Miami Gardens, FL Every year, St- Thomas University grants about 162 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 18 SAT Score 890–1,110 Median Starting Salary $47,538
#55 #55 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 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 257 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 930–1,180 Median Starting Salary $49,580
#56 #56 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of North Florida Jacksonville, FL At the University of North Florida, the most popular majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,050–1,250 Median Starting Salary $47,827
#57 #57 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, NJ Annually, Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus grants about 184 degrees to those studying General Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 990–1,220 Median Starting Salary $50,901
#58 #58 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Saint Louis University Saint Louis, MO At Saint Louis University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,140–1,400 Median Starting Salary $52,675
#59 #59 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX At Tarleton State University, the most popular majors students study are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Tarleton State University grants 233 degrees annually to graduating Kinesiology and Exercise Science students....view more Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,140
#60 #60 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Rutgers University-Camden Camden, NJ Each year, Rutgers University-Camden grants about 267 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,030–1,280 Median Starting Salary $49,726
#61 #61 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Kent State University at Kent Kent, OH At Kent State University at Kent, 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 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 990–1,220 Median Starting Salary $50,989
#62 #62 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington, IN At Indiana University-Bloomington, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Public Administration, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,200–1,420 Median Starting Salary $53,059
#63 #63 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX Each year, The University of Texas at Arlington awards around 2652 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score 1,020–1,240 Median Starting Salary $47,735
#64 #64 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Lewis University Romeoville, IL Every year, Lewis University awards around 124 degrees to students studying Computer Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Aviation/Airway Management and Operations, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 980–1,220 Median Starting Salary $51,685
#65 #65 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Illinois State University Normal, IL At Illinois State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,010–1,220 Median Starting Salary $53,883
#66 #66 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Temple University Philadelphia, PA Each year, Temple University grants around 355 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,130–1,370 Median Starting Salary $52,922
#67 #67 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX Every year, The University of Texas at San Antonio grants about 528 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 1,010–1,220 Median Starting Salary $48,310
#68 #68 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Columbia College Columbia, SC Each year, Columbia College grants about 30 degrees to those studying Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 830–1,070 Median Starting Salary $50,985
#69 #69 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Molloy University Rockville Centre, NY At Molloy University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General, Special Education and Teaching, and Other. In fact, Molloy University grants 361 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,100–1,300 Median Starting Salary $52,481
#70 #70 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA Each year, Bridgewater State University grants around 251 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Management Science, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,040–1,230 Median Starting Salary $53,752
#71 #71 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Detroit Mercy Detroit, MI Every year, the University of Detroit Mercy grants around 208 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,040–1,270 Median Starting Salary $48,594
#72 #72 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Rowan University Glassboro, NJ At Rowan University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. In fact, Rowan University grants 512 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Median Starting Salary $52,539
#73 #73 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of North Texas at Dallas Dallas, TX Annually, the University of North Texas at Dallas grants about 160 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 800–1,040 Median Starting Salary $47,849
#74 #74 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Jacksonville State University Jacksonville, AL Annually, Jacksonville State University grants about 240 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 940–1,200 Median Starting Salary $48,539
#75 #75 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Radford University Radford, VA Every year, Radford University grants around 258 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 960–1,180 Median Starting Salary $52,669
#76 #76 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe, LA Annually, the University of Louisiana at Monroe awards about 146 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,050–1,230 Median Starting Salary $48,400
#77 #77 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Georgia State University Atlanta, GA Each year, Georgia State University grants about 495 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Computer Science....view more Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 960–1,220 Median Starting Salary $46,384
#78 #78 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces, NM At New Mexico State University-Main Campus, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 890–1,130 Median Starting Salary $46,908
#79 #79 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg, PA At Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, the most popular majors students pursue are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 980–1,220 Median Starting Salary $53,818
#80 #80 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Midwestern State University Wichita Falls, TX Each year, Midwestern State University awards about 217 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 950–1,160 Median Starting Salary $49,879
#81 #81 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Saint Ambrose University Davenport, IA At Saint Ambrose University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, Saint Ambrose University grants 77 degrees annually to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $54,446
#82 #82 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY At Rochester Institute of Technology, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Modeling, and Virtual Environments and Simulation. In fact, Rochester Institute of Technology awards 195 degrees per year to Computer Science majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,280–1,460 Median Starting Salary $49,878
#83 #83 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Central Connecticut State University New Britain, CT Every year, Central Connecticut State University awards about 149 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminology, Business Administration and Management, General, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 890–1,130 Median Starting Salary $50,162
#84 #84 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. North Dakota State University Fargo, ND Each year, North Dakota State University awards around 216 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Median Starting Salary $54,378
#85 #85 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte, NC Every year, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte grants around 641 degrees to students majoring in Computer Science, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Median Starting Salary $48,323
#86 #86 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock, PA At Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, the three most popular college majors students study are Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician, Health and Wellness, General, Special Education and Teaching, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 980–1,200 Median Starting Salary $54,495
#87 #87 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of West Florida Pensacola, FL At the University of West Florida, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Median Starting Salary $47,967
#88 #88 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Wichita State University Wichita, KS Every year, Wichita State University grants about 226 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 970–1,220 Median Starting Salary $49,078
#89 #89 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Marshall University Huntington, WV At Marshall University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, General Studies, Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, and Other. In fact, Marshall University grants 166 degrees every year to graduating Business/Commerce, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 960–1,170 Median Starting Salary $50,033
#90 #90 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Wayne State University Detroit, MI Every year, Wayne State University grants around 328 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Public Health, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Organizational Behavior Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Median Starting Salary $46,954
#91 #91 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Illinois Chicago Chicago, IL Every year, the University of Illinois Chicago awards about 465 degrees to those studying Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Computer Science, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,150–1,360 Median Starting Salary $47,302
#92 #92 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Houston-Downtown Houston, TX Every year, the University of Houston-Downtown awards around 428 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Accounting, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 890–1,080 Median Starting Salary $47,529
#93 #93 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Bridgeport Bridgeport, CT Each year, the University of Bridgeport grants about 133 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, General Studies, and Dental Hygiene/Hygienist....view more Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 960–1,170 Median Starting Salary $49,591
#94 #94 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Edwardsville, IL Annually, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville awards about 470 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 930–1,160 Median Starting Salary $50,028
#95 #95 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Salem University Salem, WV Annually, Salem University grants around 50 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 900–1,130 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#96 #96 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Delta State University Cleveland, MS Each year, Delta State University grants about 46 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 930–1,150 Median Starting Salary $48,097
#97 #97 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX Every year, The University of Texas at El Paso grants around 354 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 880–1,100 Median Starting Salary $47,334
#98 #98 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 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, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,070–1,230 Median Starting Salary $52,784
#99 #99 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. California State University-Sacramento Sacramento, CA Each year, California State University-Sacramento grants about 962 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 900–1,130 Median Starting Salary $48,055
#100 #100 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Holy Family University Philadelphia, PA At Holy Family University, 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 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 910–1,150 Median Starting Salary $51,846
#101 #101 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Toledo Toledo, OH Each year, the University of Toledo grants around 285 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Mechanical Engineering, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Pharmacy....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,040–1,280 Median Starting Salary $49,260
#102 #102 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Marian University Fond Du Lac, WI At Marian University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Marian University awards 33 degrees every year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 930–1,140 Median Starting Salary $53,414
#103 #103 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Rhode Island College Providence, RI Each year, Rhode Island College awards around 121 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Social Work, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 870–1,120 Median Starting Salary $50,572
#104 #104 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Angelo State University San Angelo, TX Each year, Angelo State University awards about 145 degrees to students majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 940–1,170 Median Starting Salary $50,593
#105 #105 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery, AL At Auburn University at Montgomery, the most popular majors students study are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 980–1,190 Median Starting Salary $47,950
#106 #106 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Boise State University Boise, ID At Boise State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Boise State University awards 465 degrees every year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 920–1,130 Median Starting Salary $48,996
#107 #107 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Portland State University Portland, OR At Portland State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Social Sciences, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Portland State University awards 343 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,050–1,310 Median Starting Salary $46,204
#108 #108 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg, MS Every year, the University of Southern Mississippi grants about 212 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 99% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,040–1,340 Median Starting Salary $47,748
#109 #109 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN At Austin Peay State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $48,894
#110 #110 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Nevada-Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV At the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Hospitality Administration/Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 980–1,220 Median Starting Salary $48,262
#111 #111 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino, CA Annually, California State University-San Bernardino awards about 768 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Sociology, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 820–1,020 Median Starting Salary $48,441
#112 #112 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR Every year, Arkansas State University grants around 197 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include General Studies, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 970–1,180 Median Starting Salary $47,768
#113 #113 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Northern Colorado Greeley, CO At the University of Northern Colorado, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 970–1,200 Median Starting Salary $52,117
#114 #114 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. California State University-Stanislaus Turlock, CA At California State University-Stanislaus, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 840–1,060 Median Starting Salary $48,243
#115 #115 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau, MO At Southeast Missouri State University, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southeast Missouri State University grants 139 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 970–1,190 Median Starting Salary $50,089
#116 #116 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Each year, Youngstown State University grants about 155 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, General Studies, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 950–1,180 Median Starting Salary $49,711
#117 #117 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock, AR At the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,010–1,220 Median Starting Salary $47,418
#118 #118 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette, LA Each year, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette awards about 335 degrees to students studying General Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Physical Education Teaching and Coaching....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,010–1,210 Median Starting Salary $48,229
#119 #119 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Weber State University Ogden, UT Annually, Weber State University awards around 380 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Selling Skills and Sales Operations, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 970–1,180 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#120 #120 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA At Central Washington University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 950–1,170 Median Starting Salary $50,314
#121 #121 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo, NY At SUNY Buffalo State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 990–1,250 Median Starting Salary $50,238
#122 #122 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, OH At Wright State University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 930–1,190 Median Starting Salary $49,190
#123 #123 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud, MN At Saint Cloud State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 970–1,220 Median Starting Salary $51,538
#124 #124 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX Each year, The University of Texas at Tyler awards around 582 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Median Starting Salary $46,603
#125 #125 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Clark Atlanta University Atlanta, GA At Clark Atlanta University, the most popular majors students pursue are Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 880–1,120 Median Starting Salary $49,029
#126 #126 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Valdosta State University Valdosta, GA At Valdosta State University, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 920–1,110 Median Starting Salary $49,122
#127 #127 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. West Texas A & M University Canyon, TX Annually, West Texas A & M University grants about 137 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 59% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 960–1,160 Median Starting Salary $49,997
#128 #128 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Jackson State University Jackson, MS At Jackson State University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Social Work. In fact, Jackson State University awards 99 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 850–1,050 Median Starting Salary $47,376
#129 #129 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Sul Ross State University Alpine, TX At Sul Ross State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Business/Commerce, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, Sul Ross State University awards 55 degrees annually to Teacher Education, Multiple Levels majors....view more Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 900–1,100 Median Starting Salary $48,502
#130 #130 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Governors State University University Park, IL At Governors State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 760–760 Median Starting Salary $48,418
#131 #131 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. American University of Puerto Rico Bayamon, PR At American University of Puerto Rico, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $0
#132 #132 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Loma Linda University Loma Linda, CA At Loma Linda University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, and Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,705
#133 #133 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Excelsior University Albany, NY At Excelsior University, the three most popular college majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#134 #134 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. TrineOnline Angola, IN Annually, TrineOnline grants about 12 degrees to students studying Finance, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, and Accounting....view more Acceptance Rate 22% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $52,592
#135 #135 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Capella University Minneapolis, MN Each year, Capella University awards around 5561 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $50,742
#136 #136 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S. Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston, MA At Northeastern University Professional Programs, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Median Starting Salary $55,609
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About Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

A program that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Includes instruction in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues.

Florida grants the most Masters degrees in Criminal Justice/Safety Studies of all US states with 469 degrees being granted last year. Students interested in Criminal Justice/Safety Studies can expect around 36% percent of their fellow classmates to be men and 64% percent to be women. Most students graduating in this field earn a Bachelors degree. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice/Safety Studies is $40,800.

Popularity of Criminal Justice/Safety Studies Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

Some top careers related to Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, include First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives and Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary, both of which have many employment opportunities. Though there are higher paying careers, like First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives. the most in-demand position for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies majors is Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies majors.

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These are the careers in highest demand for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

3,237

Female Students

2,077 (64%)

Male Students

1,160 (35%)

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#2 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

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$47,068

#3 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

99%

46

900–1,140

$49,405

#4 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

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122

1,430–1,530

$51,201

#5 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

69%

58

1,160–1,330

$48,045

#6 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

10%

85

1,440–1,550

$44,828

#7 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

87%

28

1,000–1,210

$54,583

#8 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

77%

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1,090–1,260

$53,255

#9 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

45%

95

1,210–1,350

$45,995

#10 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

90%

50

930–1,130

$49,624

#11 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

99%

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1,040–1,340

$48,155

#12 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

87%

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$52,462

#13 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

68%

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$48,300

#14 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

79%

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$49,786

#15 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

97%

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$50,742

#16 Best College for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies in the U.S.

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