Criminology Degree

The criminology program at University of South Florida – St. Petersburg Campus prepares students for careers as a police officer, corrections officer, forensic science technician, probation and community control officer, and loss prevention specialist. The program focuses on the systematic study of crimes as a sociopathological phenomenon and the social institutions evolved to respond to crime. Program courses include: theory of crime, psychological and social bases of criminal behavior, penology, rehabilitation and recidivism, social attitudes and policy, and issues in law enforcement administration and policy. Get more details below including other Wisconsin colleges that offer criminology degrees.

University of South Florida – St. Petersburg Campus

Also known as USF St. Petersburg

5655 South 27th St, Milwaukee, WI

University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus is a public institution located in St. Petersburg, FL and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled yearly at University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus.

Areas of study available at University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus. A score in a range of 1470 to 1710 on the SAT, or 21 to 25 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. This school has an admissions rate of around 46% of which only 46% decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

The tuition at University of South Florida - St. Petersburg Campus varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $5,700 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $16,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $8,300. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students who wish to learn more about this school may visit their website at https://www.usfsp.edu/home/.

Students Enrolled in the Criminology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. USF St. Petersburg offers a bachelor's degree program in criminology.

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.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 60
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $58480

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