Professor of Criminal Justice

Code: 25-1111.00

Also known as: Adjunct Instructor, Adjunct Professor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Criminal Justice Instructor, Criminal Justice Professor, Digital Forensics Instructor, Instructor, Justice Professor, Professor

Description: A strong legal system requires smart and proactive leaders in law enforcement administration and criminal justice. Criminal Justice Professors help students build a strong foundation in corrections, law enforcement administration and criminal justice. Although most Criminal Justice Professors have either a doctoral degree or a Master's degree, some Professors may enter the field without a 4-year degree if they have relevant work experience.

Professor of Criminal Justice

Typical wages


10% $35,180
25% $49,140
Median $63,560
75% $86,680
90% $129,820

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
16,800
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
17,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 1,400