Criminal Justice Degree

The criminal justice degree program at University of Wisconsin – Platteville 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 Wisconsin colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.

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University of Wisconsin – Platteville (UWM)

2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI

University of Wisconsin - Platteville provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Platteville, Wisconsin and publically funded. Over seven thousand students enroll at University of Wisconsin - Platteville yearly.

Students may select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Education

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students accepted to University of Wisconsin - Platteville score in a range of 20 - 25 on the ACT exam. 96% of those who apply are accepted to this school, of which 54 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay around $7,800 and nonresidents pay $16,000 annually. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,600 for the year. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Wisconsin - Platteville "Pioneers" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include the following:

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

To see a full list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.uwplatt.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UWM 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

• Milwaukee-Waukesha-West Allis, WI
  • Total Employment: 470
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $82110

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