Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at Clayton State 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 Georgia colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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Clayton State University

176 Murphy Campus Blvd., Waco, GA

Clayton State University is a public institution located in Morrow, Georgia and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Enrollment at Clayton State University exceeds 6,600 per year.

Students can pick from several areas of study, including:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students admitted to Clayton State University have an SAT score within the range of 870 to 1030, or an ACT composite score between 18 to 21. 39% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 50 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay close to $5,400, while nonresidents pay $16,000 annually. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $6,000. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Athletic programs are available at Clayton State University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)

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

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Clayton State University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master'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

• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.95
  • Average Annual Salary: $68530

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