Criminology Degree

The criminology program at University of St Thomas at St Paul 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 Minnesota colleges that offer criminology degrees.

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University of St Thomas at St Paul

Also known as University of Saint Thomas

1200 Kenwood Ave, Duluth, MN

University of St Thomas provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Saint Paul, MN and operated as a private institution. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately eleven thousand students enroll at University of St Thomas per year.

Students can select from several areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Legal Professions And Studies
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 23 to 28 on the ACT or 1030 to 1260 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. Approximately 80 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 30 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at stthomas.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $35,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. The price of on-campus housing is around $6,000 for the year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at University of St Thomas through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.stthomas.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Criminology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of St Thomas at St Paul offers a bachelor's degree program in criminology.

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

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).