Criminal Justice/Police Science
Program Availability
Schools Offering
501
746 total including inactive
States
38
Across 38 states
Graduates (2025)
12,307
Total completions
Criminal Justice/Police Science is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 38 states, making it one of the more widely available trade program. The most popular states are Illinois, California and Ohio.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$57,050
Bailiffs
Job Growth
-2.2%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$3,870
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Bailiffs. In-state tuition ranges from $576 to $14,897, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
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?
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.
Where Can You Study Criminal Justice/Police Science?
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