Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at University of Maine at Presque Isle 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 Maine colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI)

1 Pleasant Street, Castine, ME

University of Maine at Presque Isle is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Presque Isle, Maine, which is a predominantly rural area. University of Maine at Presque Isle has an annual student enrollment of approximately 1,400.

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

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Visual And Performing Arts

The school has an open enrollment policy, accepting all students that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be requested for certain programs.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay nearly $8,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is approximately $4,500. Some students at University of Maine at Presque Isle may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Athletic programs are available at University of Maine at Presque Isle through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Skiing (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the University of Maine at Presque Isle website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Maine at Presque Isle has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Associate's Degree
• 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

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

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