Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at Rutgers University – Camden 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 New Jersey colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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Rutgers University – Camden

2083 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ

Rutgers University - Camden is a public university that has a large number of programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Camden, New Jersey, in a predominantly urban area. About six thousand students enroll at Rutgers University - Camden annually.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Legal Professions And Studies
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Most students accepted to this school score in a range of 1460 - 1752 on the SAT exam. 54% of students that apply are admitted to Rutgers University - Camden, of which 13 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $14,000, while out-of-state residents pay $28,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $8,500 annually. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible as grants and loans.

The mascot for Rutgers University - Camden is the "Scarlet Raptors", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:

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

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.rutgers.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Rutgers University – Camden has offered the following programs 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

• Trenton, NJ
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Hourly Rate: $58.21
  • Average Annual Salary: $121070

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