Criminal Justice/Police Science at University of Virginia-Main Campus in Charlottesville, VA

Security & Protective Services Certificate CIP 43.0107

Total Graduates

13

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

92%

12 of 13

Female Graduates

8%

1 of 13

Annual Tuition

$18,823

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Criminal Justice/Police Science

Certificate 13 grads Certificate 10 grads

Program Popularity

#207
of 347 colleges nationally
40.3%
Produces more graduates than 40.3% of colleges offering this program
10,785
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Criminal Justice/Police Science.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 43.0107
Program Family Security & Protective Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 13 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 92% male, 8% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Police and sheriff's patrol officers

Primary Occupation
$76,290
Median Annual Salary
$47,640 $115,280
10th percentile 90th percentile
666,990 employed nationally +3.1% projected growth

Related Occupations

Detectives and criminal investigators -0.7%
$93,580
Private detectives and investigators +6%
$52,370
Bailiffs -2.2%
$57,050
Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary +2%
$71,470

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$57,050

10-Year Job Growth

-2.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 8 careers
Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Bailiffs SOC: 33-3011
$45,640-2.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$57,176+2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$61,032+3.1%
75%
primary100% confidence
$74,864-0.7%
75%
primary100% confidence
$74,864-0.7%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$42,788

Peak Salary

$71,313

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (1)

Social Perceptiveness

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

C
Conventional
I
Investigative
R
Realistic

organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems
  • Building things
  • Working with hands

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Organized
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Curious
Practical
Hands-on

💡 Interests

Organization
Data management
Conducting research
Solving complex problems
Building things
Working with hands

Work Values

Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Active Listening
Knowledge
Independence
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy organizing, systematizing, and working with data; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?

2

Do you value social perceptiveness?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

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