Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at The University of Texas at Tyler 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 Texas colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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The University of Texas at Tyler (UT Tyler)

500 W. University Ave, El Paso, TX

The University of Texas at Tyler is a public institution located in Tyler, Texas and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Approximately 6,500 students enroll at UT Tyler annually.

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

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, school records, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Very common standardized test scores among applicants admitted to this school are between 20 to 25 for the ACT exam, or 1420 to 1720 for the SAT exam. This school accepts approximately 50% of applicants annually. Of those students admitted, around 50% of students attended the school. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $7,300 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $18,000 for the year. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $7,200 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at The University of Texas at Tyler through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

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

Contact information, admission forms, programs offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at http://www.uttyler.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. The University of Texas at Tyler has offered the following academic 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

• El Paso, TX
  • Total Employment: 120
  • Average Hourly Rate: $55.39
  • Average Annual Salary: $115210

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