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Criminal Justice Programs in Montana - MT

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This is the place to research colleges and universities in Montana that offer criminal justice degree programs. Many of the schools in Montana offer a specific criminal justice or criminal justice related degree program, so we have put together a list of the leading criminal justice schools in the country that offer all levels of criminal justice programs from certificates to PhD. These schools are recognized by Montana law enforcement agencies as well as federal agencies as providing a top tier education. Considering the dramatic weather extremes that Montana experiences, we have included online degree options for those finding it difficult to commute to class or those who desire to remain employed while working toward their degree.

Criminal Justice Careers in Montana

Most graduates of criminal justice degree programs take jobs with city, county, state or federal agencies in Montanat. Becoming a Montana public safety officer does not require a college level degree, however an advanced education will help when being considered for promotions. Police and sheriff officer jobs are projected to grow 39% through 2014 and Police detectives and criminal investigators are projected to grow by 40% through 2014 according to the Montana Department of Labor & Industry. Federal law enforcement jobs require a bachelor's degree or and associate's degree with related experience.

The future for those with a degree in criminal justice is very possitive and many career opportunities will present themselves. To learn more about career opportunities in criminal justice please take a look at our Criminal Justice Career Center.

Featured Criminal Justice Schools

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University of Phoenix Online:

Associates of Arts Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice
MS in Administration of Justice and Security

Colorado Technical University Online:

A.S. in Criminal Justice
B.S. in Criminal Justice
M.S. in Criminal Justice

Walden University Online:

Master of Public Administration Criminal Justice
MPA Homeland Security & Policy Coordination
Ph.D in Human Services Criminal Justice
Ph.D in Public Policy & Admin. Criminal Justice
Ph.D in Public Policy & Admin. Homeland Security Policy & Coordination

Kaplan University:

BS in CJ/Homeland Security & Counter Terrorism
AAS in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice
Advanced BS in Criminal Justice
BS in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement
MS in Criminal Justice
MS in Criminal Justice Law