Criminal Justice/Police Science at Delaware County Community College in Media, PA
Total Graduates
71
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
82%
58 of 71
Female Graduates
18%
13 of 71
Annual Tuition
$8,100
In-state rate
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$57,050
10-Year Job Growth
-2.2%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
Showing top 5 of 8 careers| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bailiffs
SOC: 33-3011 | $45,640 | -2.2% | 75%
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| $57,176 | +2% | 75%
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| |
Customs and Border Protection Officers
SOC: 33-3051 | $61,032 | +3.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Detectives and Criminal Investigators
SOC: 33-3021 | $74,864 | -0.7% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Intelligence Analysts
SOC: 33-3021 | $74,864 | -0.7% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
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Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$42,788
Peak Salary
$71,313
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (1)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
Your Future Work Environment
Mixed
Setting
Moderate
Physical Demands
Small Team
Team Size
Occasional
Travel
Work Schedule
Indoor/Outdoor
Autonomy Level
Moderate
Overtime Expectations
Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare
Customer Interaction
Moderate
Technology & Tools You'll Master
Digital Literacy Required
EXPERT
Technology Intensity
VERY_HIGH
● Essential Software
● Important Software
● Beneficial Software
Digital Competencies You'll Develop
Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Criminal Justice/Police Science..
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Organization
- Data management
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Building things
- Working with hands
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?
Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?
Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?
Do you value social perceptiveness?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.