Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at Lindsey Wilson 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 Kentucky colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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Lindsey Wilson College

230 Lexington Green Circle, Suite 300, Lexington, KY

Lindsey Wilson College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Columbia, KY, which is a predominantly rural area. The United Methodist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Enrollment at Lindsey Wilson College exceeds two thousand annually.

Students may select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

The school operates under an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and admissions essays may be needed for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at lindsey.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $22,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better understand their cost of attending Lindsey Wilson College. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,300 per year. Some students at Lindsey Wilson College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Lindsey Wilson College is the "Blue Raiders", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and more can be accessed on school's website at www.lindsey.edu or by simply requesting information from the school from our primary portal.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lindsey Wilson College 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

Salary & Wages

• Lexington-Fayette, KY
  • Total Employment: 230
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.32
  • Average Annual Salary: $73470

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