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84.39%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

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10:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

72

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$17,067

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Criminology Degree

The criminology program at Mary Baldwin College 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 Virginia colleges that offer criminology degrees.

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Mary Baldwin College (MBC)

905 Lakeside Dr., Suite A, Lynchburg, VA

Mary Baldwin College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Staunton, Virginia, the campus resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The school's Presbyterian Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Enrollment at Mary Baldwin College exceeds a thousand per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MBC offers:

  • Education
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Psychology
  • History
  • Visual And Performing Arts
  • Social Sciences

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by the admissions committee. The majority of students accepted to Mary Baldwin College earn an SAT score in a range of 1240 - 1600, or an ACT score within the range of 19 - 26. Roughly 40 percent of all applicant were admitted at MBC, with 13 percent of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $30,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements.

The Mary Baldwin College "Squirrels" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:

  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Soccer (NCAA Division III)
  • Softball (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the MBC website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Criminology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mary Baldwin College offers a bachelor's degree program in criminology.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female7

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black2
Hispanic3
White2

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

Upon completion of the Criminology program at Mary Baldwin College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates Mary Baldwin College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and recent graduates, Mary Baldwin College may offer services like those listed below:

  • Distance learning
  • Remedial courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance

Intercollegiate Athletics

Mary Baldwin College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Basketball (Usa South Athletic Conference)
  • Track and Field (Usa South Athletic Conference)
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball