Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at William Woods University 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 Missouri colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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William Woods University

Also known as WWU/William Woods/The Woods

500 College Hill, Liberty, MO

WWU/ William Woods is a nonprofit private institution located in Fulton, Missouri and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school's Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Enrollment at William Woods University exceeds two thousand per year.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs William Woods University offers:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Agriculture Operations
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Legal Professions And Studies

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to WWU/ William Woods. Scores between 20 to 24 on the ACT or 1400 to 1780 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for admission. WWU/ William Woods has an admissions rate of about 80 percent of which only 32 percent chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $21,000 annually, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $4,200 annually. Some students at this school may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for WWU/ William Woods is the "Owls", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:

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

Students can visit the William Woods University website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. William Woods University offers a bachelor's degree program in criminal justice.

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

• Kansas City, MO-KS
  • Total Employment: 900
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.19
  • Average Annual Salary: $79430

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