Criminal Justice/Safety Studies at University of Virginia-Main Campus in Charlottesville, VA

Security & Protective Services Certificate CIP 43.0104

Total Graduates

483

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

89%

432 of 483

Female Graduates

11%

51 of 483

Annual Tuition

$18,823

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

Certificate 483 grads Certificate 474 grads

Program Popularity

#1
of 155 colleges nationally
99.4%
Produces more graduates than 99.4% of colleges offering this program
3,623
Total national graduates (Certificate)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
Degree Level Certificate
CIP Code 43.0104
Program Family Security & Protective Services

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 483 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 89% male, 11% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

First-line supervisors of police and detectives

Primary Occupation
$105,980
Median Annual Salary
$62,370 $165,050
10th percentile 90th percentile
153,130 employed nationally +2.9% projected growth

Related Occupations

Life, physical, and social science technicians, all other +3.5%
$60,130
First-line supervisors of correctional officers -2.8%
$76,310
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

$71,470

10-Year Job Growth

+2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$57,176+2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$61,048-2.8%
75%
primary100% confidence
$84,784+2.9%
75%
primary100% confidence
$48,104+3.5%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$53,603

Peak Salary

$89,338

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Active Learning
Writing
Instructing
Learning Strategies
Reading Comprehension
Monitoring
Judgment and Decision Making

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)

E
Enterprising
S
Social
C
Conventional

leading, influencing, and persuading others; helping and working with people; organizing, systematizing, and working with data

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Organization
  • Data management

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Empathetic
Patient
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Helping others
Teaching
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Speaking
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Monitoring
Helping others
Achievement

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; helping and working with people; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

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

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • 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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