Wyoming Criminal Justice Overview

Criminal justice careers in Wyoming provide the opportunity to help others and work in an environment where you see the fruits of your labor each day. Ranging from social services to law enforcement, Wyoming criminal justice jobs include forensic scientist, private investigator, parole officer, crime scene investigator, probation officer, police officer, detective, court reporter, fingerprint specialist, warden, victim services counselor, victim services coordinator, case manager, security manager, criminologist, FBI agent, DEA agent, customs agent and correctional treatment specialist.

Online colleges offering Criminal Justice programs in Wyoming


Criminal justice programs in Wyoming help students prepare for a career in criminal justice by offering classes that are sometimes required prior to entrance into law enforcement academies, undergraduate degrees for future law students, and bachelor degrees in criminal justice for those who wish to enter the field of criminal justice in an entry-level position.

As the population grows and the demand for criminal justice professionals increases, many Wyoming criminal justice careers, as well as criminal justice careers across the nation, should see an estimated 11% growth, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Criminal justice careers that are expected to see this expansion include common choices, such as police patrol officer, sheriff’s patrol officer, probation officer and correctional treatment specialist. These four professions are expected to bring an additional 80,000 employment opportunities to the criminal justice field by 2016.

Take advantage of this anticipated growth in job opportunities by finding a Wyoming criminal justice program that will help you achieve your professional goals. Find the program that is right for you by browsing through this comprehensive list of schools.

Online Colleges Offering Criminal Justice Degrees

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

Accreditation  

The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Accreditation  

Colorado Technical University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Accreditation  

Bachelor's and Master's degrees: Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges.

Accreditation  

Regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Campus Colleges Offering Criminal Justice Degrees

Accreditation  

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. .

Accreditation  

Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Accreditation  

Miller-Motte Technical College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award diplomas. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.

Accreditation  

Miller-Motte Technical College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) to award diplomas. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.

Accreditation  

Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097) to award certificates and degrees at the associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels.

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Criminal Justice Salaries
Police Officer
$37,459 - $64,076
Highway Patrol
$35,500 - $53,636
BATF Agent
$54,098 - $94,333
Crime Prevention Specialist
$34,534 - $72,292
Criminal Investigator
$58,000
Customs Officer
$32,000 - $56,000
Drug Enforcement Agent
$65,000
Forensic Science/Crime Scene Investigation
$35,000 - $42,446
Homeland Security
$32,000 - $77,500
Deputy U.S. Marshal
$30,000 - $56,000
Deputy Sheriff
$47,000 - $85,000
Criminal Profiler
$55,000 - $60,000
 * Based on 5 years experience