How many colleges in Washington offer Criminal Justice programs?

CampusPin currently lists 51 U.S. colleges and universities in Washington that offer Criminal Justice programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a Criminal Justice program in Washington?

Among the 50 Criminal Justice programs listed in Washington, published in-state tuition ranges from $3,969 to $59,900 (median around $6,574). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a Criminal Justice degree lead to?

A Criminal Justice degree commonly leads to roles such as Police Officer / Detective, Federal Agent (FBI, DEA, ATF, USMS, ICE), Probation / Parole Officer, Corrections Officer. Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): $45,000–$72,000 early-career (BLS police officer median $74,910).

Can I apply to a Criminal Justice program in Washington with the Common App?

Many Criminal Justice programs in Washington accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

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Criminal Justice colleges in Washington

CampusPin lists 51 U.S. colleges in Washington that offer Criminal Justice programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Criminal Justice studies the institutions and practices of policing, courts, and corrections, preparing graduates for law enforcement, probation, corrections, and law school.

Schools in Washington that offer Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice programs in Washington: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 51 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

30 / 20

Universities / 2-year

42 / 8

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$3,969–$59,900

Median in-state tuition

$6,574

Lowest published in-state tuition

Northwest Indian College

$3,969

Most selective

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

43% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

67,801 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Criminal Justice program

Introduction to the criminal justice system
Criminology theory
Policing and police administration
Criminal law and procedure
Corrections and rehabilitation
Juvenile justice
Forensic methods (depending on track)
Research methods and statistics

Where a Criminal Justice degree can lead

Police Officer / Detective
Federal Agent (FBI, DEA, ATF, USMS, ICE)
Probation / Parole Officer
Corrections Officer
Forensic Analyst
Lawyer (with JD)

Typical pay: $45,000–$72,000 early-career (BLS police officer median $74,910)

A Criminal Justice major covers the structure of policing, courts, and corrections; criminology theory; criminal law and procedure; victimology; juvenile justice; and corrections. Programs often offer concentrations in Law Enforcement, Forensic Science, Cybercrime, Homeland Security, or Pre-Law. Many include an internship with a local police department, sheriff's office, court, prosecutor, or correctional facility.

Graduates work in federal, state, and local law enforcement, corrections, probation/parole, private security, victim advocacy, and corporate compliance. The major is also a common pre-law track.

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