Law and Justice Administration Degree

The law and justice administration degree program at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 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 Tennessee colleges that offer law and justice administration degrees.

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The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

204 East College Street, Athens, TN

UTC, a public institution, offers a variety of degree programs, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Chattanooga, TN, the school offers an urban setting for students to study in. Over 11,000 students enroll at UTC yearly.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. The majority of students admitted to UTC have an SAT score within the range of 940 - 1170, or an ACT score within the range of 21 - 25. 74% of those students that apply are admitted to The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, of which 44 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The tuition at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,400 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $22,000 for the year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $5,800. This school may provide financial aid for students that qualify as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at UTC through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs available:

• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

Students can visit the school's http://www.utc.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Law and Justice Administration Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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

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