Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at Lane College 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 Tennessee colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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Lane College

3904 Lonas Road, Knoxville, TN

Lane College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Jackson, Tennessee. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The school's Christian Methodist Episcopal affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately 2,200 students are enrolled per year at Lane College.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

• Business Administration
• Corrections
• Sociology
• Biology
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Physical Education

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The majority of students at Lane College scored in a range of 14 - 17 on the ACT exam. Roughly 30% of all applicant were admitted at Lane College, with 28% of those admitted choosing to attend.

Tuition is approximately $9,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Some students at Lane College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Lane College is the "Dragons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)
• Tennis (NCAA Division II)

Students who would like to view more about Lane College may take a look at their website at http://www.lanecollege.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lane 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

• Knoxville, TN
  • Total Employment: 440
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $59730

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