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54.82%

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98%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

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$18,193

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Criminology Degree

The criminology program at University of La Verne 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 California colleges that offer criminology degrees.

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University of La Verne (La Verne)

1100 W. Covina Blvd., San Dimas, CA

University of La Verne, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in La Verne, California, it resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. Nearly 8,000 students enroll at University of La Verne annually.

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

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Education
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Family And Consumer Sciences

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to University of La Verne. A score in a range of 1330 to 1640 on the SAT, or 18 to 23 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school accepts around 60% of students applying. Of those students admitted, nearly 30% enrolled. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $34,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should use the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their costs. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,700. Students enrolled at this school may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

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

Students may visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Criminology Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male19
Female35

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian3
Black7
Hispanic27
White9
Multiple Races2
Unknown6

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 La Verne, 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 provide a better idea of the students University of La Verne accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any 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 support students and graduates, University of La Verne may provide services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Classes offered on nights and weekends
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

University of La Verne is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
  • Basketball (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
  • Football (Southern California Intercoll Ath Conf)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo