Criminal Justice & Corrections at University of Central Florida
If you are interested in studying Criminal Justice & Corrections, consider the program at University of Central Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Central Florida is located in Orlando, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 531 criminal justice & corrections graduations were recorded at University of Central Florida.
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Studying Online at University of Central Florida
Many students take online classes at University of Central Florida. Among 69,713 students, 12,508 (18%) studied exclusively online and 31,060 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Criminal Justice & Corrections Rankings at University of Central Florida
Use these rankings to compare University of Central Florida’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #27 of 336 |
| Best Value | Florida | #28 of 51 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #135 of 340 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 1,205 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #455 of 1,206 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #27 of 336 |
| Best Value | Florida | #28 of 51 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #135 of 340 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 1,205 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #455 of 1,206 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #27 of 336 |
| Best Value | Florida | #28 of 51 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #135 of 340 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 1,205 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #455 of 1,206 |
Earnings for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates from University of Central Florida
Those who finish University of Central Florida’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,728 |
| 2 years | $29,514 |
| 3 years | $37,658 |
| 4 years | $42,499 |
| 5 years | $52,459 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates from University of Central Florida report median earnings of $42,499, compared with $55,077 for all University of Central Florida graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates from University of Central Florida stands at $21,731.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at University of Central Florida, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at University of Central Florida are 66% women (351) and 34% men (180).
Criminal Justice & Corrections Bachelor’s Program at University of Central Florida
Of the 431 bachelor’s criminal justice & corrections graduates at University of Central Florida, 64% were women (275) and 36% were men (156).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Central Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 170 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 158 |
| Black / African American | 65 |
| Asian | 9 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 17 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 59% of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Central Florida, above the national average of 52%.*
Criminal Justice & Corrections Master’s Program at University of Central Florida
Of the 78 master’s criminal justice & corrections graduates at University of Central Florida, 78% were women (61) and 22% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections master’s degree recipients at University of Central Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 22 |
| Black / African American | 14 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 53% of Criminal Justice & Corrections master’s degree recipients at University of Central Florida, higher than the national average of 47%.*
Criminal Justice & Corrections Doctoral Program at University of Central Florida
Among the 1 doctoral criminal justice & corrections graduates at University of Central Florida, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections doctoral degree recipients at University of Central Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
*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 University of Central Florida
The Criminal Justice & Corrections program at University of Central Florida breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice Studies | 531 |
Best-Paid Careers for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates
Graduates of the Criminal Justice & Corrections program at University of Central Florida pursue many career paths. Here 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.