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#1 #1 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD Overall, the University of Baltimore is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 39 SAT Score 920–1,050 Est. Net Price * $18,122 Median Starting Salary $48,330
#2 #2 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Caribbean University-Bayamon Bayamon, PR Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,049 Median Starting Salary $43,813
#3 #3 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Wiley College Marshall, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,246 Median Starting Salary $45,933
#4 #4 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. William Carey University Hattiesburg, MS William Carey University is a fairly selective school. The school receives about 500 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,040–1,340 Est. Net Price * $15,271 Median Starting Salary $46,895
#5 #5 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Bacone College Muskogee, OK Generally, Bacone College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 810–940 Est. Net Price * $16,165 Median Starting Salary $50,025
#6 #6 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. College of the Ozarks Point Lookout, MO Generally, the College of the Ozarks is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 21% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $12,611 Median Starting Salary $48,744
#7 #7 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Texas A&M International University Laredo, TX Texas A&M International University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 48% Annual Degrees Awarded 169 SAT Score 910–1,110 Est. Net Price * $5,383 Median Starting Salary $48,329
#8 #8 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI In general, Ferris State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 222 SAT Score 920–1,150 Est. Net Price * $13,978 Median Starting Salary $49,820
#9 #9 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Rowan University Glassboro, NJ Rowan University is a somewhat selective school. The institution receives about 16,900 applications every... Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 259 SAT Score 1,100–1,310 Est. Net Price * $20,963 Median Starting Salary $52,539
#10 #10 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. George Mason University Fairfax, VA George Mason University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 20,000 applications... Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 327 SAT Score 1,150–1,360 Est. Net Price * $18,479 Median Starting Salary $48,153
#11 #11 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Western Connecticut State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 92 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $15,862 Median Starting Salary $51,932
#12 #12 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, NY CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 240 SAT Score 1,030–1,170 Est. Net Price * $5,001 Median Starting Salary $48,078
#13 #13 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, WA the University of Washington-Tacoma Campus is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 100 SAT Score 960–1,180 Est. Net Price * $10,680 Median Starting Salary $48,929
#14 #14 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Hilbert College Hamburg, NY Hilbert College is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 1,350 applications every... Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 900–1,120 Est. Net Price * $16,930 Median Starting Salary $51,638
#15 #15 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Grand Canyon University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives approximately 29,300 applications... Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 269 SAT Score 960–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,939 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#16 #16 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne, MD the University of Maryland Eastern Shore is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score 850–1,010 Est. Net Price * $12,020 Median Starting Salary $50,092
#17 #17 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 25% Annual Degrees Awarded 35 SAT Score 1,220–1,380 Est. Net Price * $14,003 Median Starting Salary $47,068
#18 #18 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. George Washington University Washington, DC George Washington University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 49% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 1,360–1,500 Est. Net Price * $42,723 Median Starting Salary $49,619
#19 #19 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. New England College Henniker, NH Generally, New England College is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 36 SAT Score 820–1,040 Est. Net Price * $29,512 Median Starting Salary $48,442
#20 #20 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Warner University Lake Wales, FL Warner University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 20 SAT Score 880–1,080 Est. Net Price * $20,431 Median Starting Salary $49,821
#21 #21 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley, PA Gwynedd Mercy University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 25 SAT Score 1,020–1,240 Est. Net Price * $28,122 Median Starting Salary $50,416
#22 #22 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Cedarville University Cedarville, OH Overall, Cedarville University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 1,140–1,360 Est. Net Price * $25,462 Median Starting Salary $54,034
#23 #23 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Midland University Fremont, NE Overall, Midland University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score 970–1,210 Est. Net Price * $22,377 Median Starting Salary $54,391
#24 #24 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Columbia Southern University Orange Beach, AL Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 143 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $12,366 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#25 #25 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Defiance College Defiance, OH Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $23,196 Median Starting Salary $55,174
#26 #26 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA Fitchburg State University is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 3,080 applications... Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,030–1,230 Est. Net Price * $15,535 Median Starting Salary $52,784
#27 #27 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Midway University Midway, KY Midway University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $22,848 Median Starting Salary $48,696
#28 #28 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Lackawanna College Scranton, PA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 29 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $18,144 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#29 #29 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Malone University Canton, OH Malone University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 1,400 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $21,571 Median Starting Salary $52,436
#30 #30 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Cupey Campus San Juan, PR Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Cupey Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 55 SAT Score 720–960 Est. Net Price * $7,193 Median Starting Salary $44,956
#31 #31 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato, MN Minnesota State University-Mankato is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 40 SAT Score 970–1,140 Est. Net Price * $16,809 Median Starting Salary $54,045
#32 #32 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN In general, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $22,843 Median Starting Salary $50,850
#33 #33 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Caribbean University-Carolina Carolina, PR Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,867 Median Starting Salary $44,338
#34 #34 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL Eastern Illinois University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 900–1,120 Est. Net Price * $13,380 Median Starting Salary $50,858
#35 #35 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Nevada State College Henderson, NV Nevada State College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 41 SAT Score 830–1,070 Est. Net Price * $16,624 Median Starting Salary $49,579
#36 #36 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. University of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN the University of Indianapolis is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $22,283 Median Starting Salary $52,399
#37 #37 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. South University-Montgomery Montgomery, AL Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $27,195 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#38 #38 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Trinity International University-Illinois Deerfield, IL Trinity International University-Illinois is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 950–1,150 Est. Net Price * $16,703 Median Starting Salary $50,820
#39 #39 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT Overall, Southern Utah University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 47 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $12,681 Median Starting Salary $49,884
#40 #40 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Texas State University San Marcos, TX Texas State University is a non selective school. They receive about 28,900 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 990–1,190 Est. Net Price * $14,120 Median Starting Salary $49,672
#41 #41 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Eastern Kentucky University Richmond, KY Eastern Kentucky University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 64% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 930–1,180 Est. Net Price * $10,806 Median Starting Salary $49,580
#42 #42 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Caribbean University-Vega Baja Vega Baja, PR Acceptance Rate 98% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,002 Median Starting Salary $43,533
#43 #43 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction, CO Overall, Colorado Mesa University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 19 SAT Score 940–1,190 Est. Net Price * $15,085 Median Starting Salary $51,455
#44 #44 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Siena Heights University Adrian, MI Siena Heights University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $20,074 Median Starting Salary $49,855
#45 #45 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, TX Stephen F Austin State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,170 Est. Net Price * $13,858 Median Starting Salary $50,316
#46 #46 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale, FL Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $35,346 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#47 #47 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. University of the Virgin Islands Charlotte Amalie, VI Generally, the University of the Virgin Islands is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 97% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 830–1,010 Est. Net Price * $9,909 Median Starting Salary $47,495
#48 #48 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Purdue University Northwest Hammond, IN Purdue University Northwest is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score 960–1,180 Est. Net Price * $9,162 Median Starting Salary $51,055
#49 #49 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Belhaven University Jackson, MS In general, Belhaven University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 980–1,190 Est. Net Price * $19,794 Median Starting Salary $47,540
#50 #50 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Brookline College-Tucson Tucson, AZ Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $20,997 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#51 #51 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN Metropolitan State University is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 27 SAT Score 1,080–1,240 Est. Net Price * $19,347 Median Starting Salary $47,770
#52 #52 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Crown College Saint Bonifacius, MN Crown College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,150 Est. Net Price * $25,504 Median Starting Salary $53,198
#53 #53 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Neumann University Aston, PA Neumann University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 3,500 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 910–1,100 Est. Net Price * $28,707 Median Starting Salary $53,616
#54 #54 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. South University-Savannah Savannah, GA Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $21,449 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#55 #55 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva, OK Northwestern Oklahoma State University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 890–1,110 Est. Net Price * $10,448 Median Starting Salary $50,584
#56 #56 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Northern Vermont University Johnson, VT Overall, Northern Vermont University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 920–1,130 Est. Net Price * $15,546 Median Starting Salary $51,011
#57 #57 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Gurabo Campus Gurabo, PR Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Gurabo Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 46% Annual Degrees Awarded 31 SAT Score 740–980 Est. Net Price * $6,577 Median Starting Salary $44,698
#58 #58 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Carolina Campus Carolina, PR Overall, Universidad Ana G- Mendez-Carolina Campus is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 44% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 710–950 Est. Net Price * $6,942 Median Starting Salary $45,392
#59 #59 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. South University-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach, VA Acceptance Rate 34% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $28,533 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#60 #60 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. South University-Savannah Online Savannah, GA Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 28 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $24,569 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#61 #61 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. South University-Austin Round Rock, TX Acceptance Rate 50% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $26,406 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#62 #62 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Oklahoma Panhandle State University Goodwell, OK Overall, Oklahoma Panhandle State University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score 890–1,080 Est. Net Price * $8,325 Median Starting Salary $50,755
#63 #63 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Rasmussen University-Florida Ocala, FL Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 37 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,890 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#64 #64 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque, NM Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $36,485 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#65 #65 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Caribbean University-Ponce Ponce, PR Acceptance Rate 100% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,029 Median Starting Salary $42,247
#66 #66 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. South University-Columbia Columbia, SC Acceptance Rate 51% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $23,393 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#67 #67 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. Aspen University Phoenix, AZ 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 Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $21,553 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#69 #69 Best College for Criminal Justice/Police Science in the U.S. South University-Tampa Tampa, FL Acceptance Rate 63% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $21,616 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 Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $14,766 Median Starting Salary $53,165
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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 Postbaccalaureate certificate. 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.

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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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Criminal Justice/Police Science

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

89%

39

920–1,050

$18,122

$48,330

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

98%

9

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$6,049

$43,813

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

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10

--

$11,246

$45,933

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

54%

9

1,040–1,340

$15,271

$46,895

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

54%

2

810–940

$16,165

$50,025

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

21%

1

1,050–1,220

$12,611

$48,744

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

48%

169

910–1,110

$5,383

$48,329

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

88%

222

920–1,150

$13,978

$49,820

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

77%

259

1,100–1,310

$20,963

$52,539

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

90%

327

1,150–1,360

$18,479

$48,153

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

84%

92

1,010–1,240

$15,862

$51,932

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

51%

240

1,030–1,170

$5,001

$48,078

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

88%

100

960–1,180

$10,680

$48,929

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