Criminology at University of Nevada-Reno
If you are interested in studying Criminology, consider the program at University of Nevada-Reno. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nevada-Reno is in Reno, NV.
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Online Class Availability at University of Nevada-Reno
Distance learning is available at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Criminology Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
Use these rankings to compare University of Nevada-Reno’s Criminology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 17 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #29 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #30 of 161 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 17 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 161 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 47 |
Top-Paying Careers for Criminology Graduates
Those who complete Criminology program at University of Nevada-Reno pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Criminology majors, 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.