Criminal Justice Safety Studies Major

Description: 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. Is Criminal Justice Safety Studies the right major for you?
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Criminal Justice Safety Studies Major

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$58,290

Median Hourly Wage

$28.02*

Total Employed Nationally

39,920


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.