Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at Bethel College – Mishawaka 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 Indiana colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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Bethel College – Mishawaka

2000 University Ave, Muncie, IN

Bethel College - Mishawaka, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Mishawaka, Indiana, the campus offers an urban setting for students to study in. The Missionary Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled annually at Bethel College - Mishawaka.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at Bethel College - Mishawaka. A score within the range of 1320 to 1710 on the SAT, or 19 to 26 for the ACT is common among accepted students. This school accepts about 70 percent of applicants yearly. Of those admitted, around 36 percent of students registered for enrollment. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $25,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $3,900. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Bethel College - Mishawaka offers several athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)

Students may visit the website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bethel College – Mishawaka has offered the following program 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

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