Justice Studies
Pick from three emphasis areas and carve out a career in law: policing and law enforcement, law and legal system, and corrections and human services.
This major provides you with professional education that prepares them for a variety of careers in federal, state, and local criminal justice and human service agencies. The curriculum is strongly oriented to the social and behavioral sciences. As a part of the commitment to developing a professionally oriented student, field training placements in criminal justice agencies are available.
• Correction officer and jailer, $47,440
• Bailiff, $48,000
• Detective and criminal investigator, $86,940
• Fish and Game warden, $58,040
• Police officer, $67,290
• Gaming surveillance officer, $35,300
• Forensic science technician, $60,590
• Human resource specialist, $63,490
• Paralegal and legal assistant, $52,920
Career data and salary information is from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
“The professors hold you to a high standard that may seem intimidating at first, but it is ultimately in your best interest as a student. The professors see your potential which forces you to work to the best of your ability, while learning and growing along the way.” - Huntre Yearout ‘17
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