Criminology Degree

The criminology program at University of Wisconsin – Stout 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.

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University of Wisconsin – Stout

5218 E. Terrace Dr., Madison, WI

University of Wisconsin - Stout provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin and publically funded. About 9,300 students enroll at UW-Stout yearly.

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

• Visual And Performing Arts
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Family And Consumer Sciences
• Engineering Technology
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Most students accepted to UW-Stout score in-between 20 to 24 on the ACT. 89% of those students that apply are admitted to University of Wisconsin - Stout, of which 56 percent choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at admissions.uwstout.edu.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay around $9,400 and out-of-state residents pay $18,000 per year. Housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $3,800. UW-Stout may provide financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The University of Wisconsin - Stout Blue Devils participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs offered include:

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

Students may take a look at the school's http://www.uwstout.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Criminology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Wisconsin – Stout 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

• Madison, WI
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.87
  • Average Annual Salary: $41320

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