Criminology at University of West Georgia
If you plan to study Criminology, you may want to check out the program at University of West Georgia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of West Georgia is in Carrollton, GA.
During the most recent reporting year, 122 criminology degrees were awarded at University of West Georgia.
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Studying Online at University of West Georgia
Online coursework is an option at University of West Georgia. Of 14,337 students, 7,383 (51%) studied exclusively online and 4,003 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Criminology Rankings at University of West Georgia
Use these rankings to compare University of West Georgia’s Criminology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #30 of 33 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #154 of 161 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #14 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #30 of 33 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #69 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #154 of 161 |
Earnings for Criminology Graduates from University of West Georgia
Students who complete University of West Georgia’s Criminology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,891 |
| 2 years | $33,100 |
| 3 years | $37,370 |
| 4 years | $41,811 |
| 5 years | $48,072 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Criminology graduates from University of West Georgia take home a median $41,811, compared with $57,490 for all University of West Georgia graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Criminology graduates from University of West Georgia is $28,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Criminology graduates at University of West Georgia, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Criminology graduates at University of West Georgia are 69% women (84) and 31% men (38).
Criminology Bachelor’s Program at University of West Georgia
Among the 111 bachelor’s criminology graduates at University of West Georgia, 67% were women (74) and 33% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of West Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 51 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 42 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 52% of Criminology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of West Georgia, higher than the national average of 45%.*
Criminology Master’s Program at University of West Georgia
Of the 11 master’s criminology degrees awarded at University of West Georgia, 91% were women (10) and 9% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminology master’s degree recipients at University of West Georgia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
Minority students account for 55% of Criminology master’s degree recipients at University of West Georgia, higher than 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 University of West Georgia
The Criminology program at University of West Georgia offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminology | 122 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Criminology Graduates
Those who complete Criminology program at University of West Georgia pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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
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