Criminology Degree

The criminology program at LeTourneau University prepares students for careers as a police officer, corrections officer, forensic science technician, probation and community control officer, and loss prevention specialist. The program focuses on the systematic study of crimes as a sociopathological phenomenon and the social institutions evolved to respond to crime. Program courses include: theory of crime, psychological and social bases of criminal behavior, penology, rehabilitation and recidivism, social attitudes and policy, and issues in law enforcement administration and policy. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer criminology degrees.

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LeTourneau University

511 S Whiting, Baytown, TX

LeTourneau University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Longview, Texas, it resides in an urban setting for students to study in. The Interdenominational affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. LETU has a yearly student enrollment of over three thousand.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Engineering

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions committee. The most common standardized test scores among applicants accepted to LETU are within the range of 22 - 29 for the ACT exam, or 1540 - 1930 for the SAT exam. Approximately 60 percent of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 41 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at letu.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $26,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The LeTourneau University Yellow Jackets participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, admission forms, areas of study, and much more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.letu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Criminology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. LeTourneau University has offered the following programs for students:

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

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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

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

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