Criminology at The University of Alabama
If you are interested in studying Criminology, you may want to check out the program at The University of Alabama. Get started with the following essential facts.
The University of Alabama is in Tuscaloosa, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 321 criminology degrees were awarded at The University of Alabama.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Alabama
Online coursework is an option at The University of Alabama. Of 40,846 students, 6,289 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,899 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Criminology Rankings at The University of Alabama
Use these rankings to compare The University of Alabama’s Criminology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #8 of 33 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #25 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 161 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #104 of 159 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #8 of 33 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #25 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 161 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #104 of 159 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Criminology graduates at The University of Alabama, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Criminology graduates at The University of Alabama are 68% women (217) and 32% men (104).
Criminology Bachelor’s Program at The University of Alabama
Of the 301 bachelor’s criminology graduates at The University of Alabama, 68% were women (204) and 32% were men (97).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminology bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 231 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 21 |
| Black / African American | 29 |
| Asian | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 11 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Criminology bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama, lower than the national average of 45%.*
Criminology Master’s Program at The University of Alabama
Of the 20 master’s criminology degrees awarded at The University of Alabama, 65% were women (13) and 35% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminology master’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 15% of Criminology master’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama, below the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Criminology Concentrations at The University of Alabama
This Criminology program at The University of Alabama breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminology | 321 |
Top-Paying Careers for Criminology Graduates
Those who complete Criminology program at The University of Alabama pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Criminology 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 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Remote Sensing Technicians | $99,834 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $95,957 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | $91,449 |
| Neuropsychologists | $83,690 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.