What You’ll Do

Criminal Justice graduates provide protection and services in the areas of law enforcement, private security, and corrections.   

Where You Could Go

Common work settings include police/sheriff’s departments, juvenile facilities, city/county probation, correctional facilities, private security agencies and loss-prevention (retail). Many graduates transfer credits to another college or university bachelor degree program.

NC State has over 40 agreements with four-year colleges and
universities, to provide a smooth transition for students who want to pursue a bachelors degree. Through university partnerships, some four-year courses are also offered on the NC State campus or online.

NOTE: Forensic Science Certificate is an option of the CRJ program.

Our graduates have consistently scored among the highest graduation rates in the state, on the Ohio Peace Officer State Certification Examination.

What You Could Earn

With an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, the average starting salary in this area ranges from $25,000 to $45,000.

Job Demand

There are a variety of career choices for criminal justice graduates. The field is stable and generally offers good job security, along with advancement opportunities with further training and education.

Peace Officer Option (Day or Evening)

This option incorporates the Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy into the associate degree Criminal Justice Program. Graduates are prepared to take the state certification exam. It is designed for students seeking careers in law enforcement with local police or sheriff’s departments or state agencies. Special criteria apply for admission.

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