Law and Justice Administration Degree

The law and justice administration degree program at Missouri Southern State University helps to prepare students to apply practices and theories of criminal justice that they will utilize for the structure management, direction and control of various criminal justice agencies, such as police departments, sheriff's departments, law enforcement divisions and units, and private protective services. Get more details below including other Missouri colleges that offer law and justice administration degrees.

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Missouri Southern State University

Also known as Missouri Southern

One College Park Dr, Saint Louis, MO

Missouri Southern State University is a public university that has a large number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Joplin, Missouri, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Missouri Southern State University exceeds five thousand yearly.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Security And Protective Services
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Most students at MSSU scored between 18 to 24 on the ACT exam. More information on admissions can be found at mssu.edu.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $6,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $11,000 for the year. MSSU may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

MSSU has several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the school's http://www.mssu.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Law and Justice Administration Program

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

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Bachelor'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

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

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 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

• St. Louis, MO-IL
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $37.50
  • Average Annual Salary: $78010

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