Criminal Justice & Corrections at Nova Southeastern University
If you are interested in studying Criminal Justice & Corrections, consider the program at Nova Southeastern University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Nova Southeastern University is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 67 criminal justice & corrections degrees were granted at Nova Southeastern University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Nova Southeastern University
Online coursework is an option at Nova Southeastern University. Of 20,910 students, 5,509 (26%) studied exclusively online and 6,748 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Criminal Justice & Corrections Rankings at Nova Southeastern University
Use these rankings to compare Nova Southeastern University’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #6 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 336 |
| Best Value | Florida | #49 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 1,205 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #335 of 340 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1172 of 1,206 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #6 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 336 |
| Best Value | Florida | #49 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 1,205 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #335 of 340 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1172 of 1,206 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #6 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 336 |
| Best Value | Florida | #49 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #192 of 1,205 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #335 of 340 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1172 of 1,206 |
Earnings for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates from Nova Southeastern University
Students who complete Nova Southeastern University’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $42,831 |
| 2 years | $37,618 |
| 3 years | $42,268 |
| 4 years | $48,136 |
| 5 years | $54,798 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates from Nova Southeastern University take home a median $48,136, compared with $88,351 for all Nova Southeastern University graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at Nova Southeastern University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at Nova Southeastern University are 70% women (47) and 30% men (20).
Criminal Justice & Corrections Bachelor’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Of the 26 bachelor’s criminal justice & corrections degrees awarded at Nova Southeastern University, 69% were women (18) and 31% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 38% of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, lower than the national average of 52%.*
Criminal Justice & Corrections Master’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Among the 25 master’s criminal justice & corrections graduates at Nova Southeastern University, 76% were women (19) and 24% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 76% of Criminal Justice & Corrections master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above the national average of 47%.*
Criminal Justice & Corrections Doctoral Program at Nova Southeastern University
Among the 16 doctoral criminal justice & corrections degrees awarded at Nova Southeastern University, 62% were women (10) and 38% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections doctoral degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 44% of Criminal Justice & Corrections doctoral degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above the national average of 34%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Criminal Justice & Corrections Concentrations at Nova Southeastern University
This Criminal Justice & Corrections program at Nova Southeastern University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice Studies | 67 |
Best-Paid Careers for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates
Graduates of the Criminal Justice & Corrections program at Nova Southeastern University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Coroners | $110,095 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | $91,449 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $85,399 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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