Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at King’s College – Wilkes Barre 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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King’s College – Wilkes Barre

Also known as Kings College

One College Green, La Plume, PA

Kings College is a nonprofit private university that has a large selection of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly urban area. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled per year at Kings College.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Kings College accepts about 70% of students applying annually. Of those applicants admitted, about 30% of students attended the school.  Key information on admissions can be found through the school's primary portal.

The cost of tuition is close to $30,000, but may change each year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's net price calculator to better understand their cost of attending Kings College. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs around $5,600 for the year. King's College may provide financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Kings College "Monarchs" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, programs, and much more can be accessed on school's website at www.kings.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kings College offers a bachelor's degree program in criminal justice.

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

• Scranton--Wilkes-Barre--Hazleton, PA
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.25
  • Average Annual Salary: $83730

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