Criminal Justice Police Science Major

Description: A program that prepares individuals to perform the duties of police and public security officers, including patrol and investigative activities, traffic control, crowd control and public relations, witness interviewing, evidence collection and management, basic crime prevention methods, weapon and equipment operation and maintenance, report preparation and other routine law enforcement responsibilities. Is Criminal Justice Police Science the right major for you?
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Criminal Justice Police Science Major

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$40,910

Median Hourly Wage

$19.67*

Total Employed Nationally

17,310


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.