Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at Kent State University at Trumbull prepares students for instruction that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Students who graduate from the criminal justice degree program will have knowledge in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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Kent State University at Trumbull

6000 Frank Ave NW, Canton, OH

Dreaming of having classes in a beautiful surrounding with a lake? Kent State University at Trumbull is the place to be with its 438-acre land plus 2-acre natural resource in Lake Anne. It is part of the prestigious eight-campus system of Kent State University.

The Trumbull campus has 3 buildings serving more than 3,000 students annually. An open-admission campus, you may able to take any of the 24 associate or bachelor’s degrees in Business Management, Nursing, Technology, Justice Studies, English and General Studies. This is also where you can begin your journey in completing any of more than 100 majors in Kent State. The regional campus offers 18 certificate programs and a master’s degree in Technology too.

Planning to join our police workforce? You can get educated and trained here in Kent State Trumbull. It is the home of Ohio Basic Police Academy and to a Corrections Training Facility.

And if you are into arts, Kent Trumbull takes pride for having an excellent Theatre and Arts department. Under the direction of great mentors, these courses are offered to develop artistic creative abilities in a stimulating and supportive environment. Shows and an Art Gallery are organized to showcase your talents and the local artists.

And when you need some assistance like financial, tutoring, personal and career counseling; the dedicated Trumbull staff will be there to help you. It also has the Workforce Development and Continuing Studies Center which caters to business organizations for enhancement.

Great location, excellent academic programs plus a rich array of student support services, Kent State Trumbull can fully assist you in achieving your educational, career, business and personal needs. 

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kent State University at Trumbull has offered the following degree levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of correctional officers and jailers.

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Description

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, first-line supervisors of police and detectives employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.2% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Canton-Massillon, OH
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.18
  • Average Annual Salary: $69010

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).