by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Kentucky to review for the 2025 Best Criminology Schools in Kentucky ranking.
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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Criminology Schools in Kentucky ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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The schools below may not offer all types of criminology degrees so you may want to filter by degree level first. However, they are great for the degree levels they do offer.
It's difficult to beat Western Kentucky University if you wish to pursue a degree in criminology. Located in the city of Bowling Green, WKU is a public university with a fairly large student population.
After graduation, criminology degree recipients usually make around $32,370 at the beginning of their careers.
More information about a degree in criminology from Western Kentucky UniversityExplore all the Best Criminology Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 287 | 321 |
| Florida | 282 | 933 |
| North Carolina | 279 | 208 |
| Virginia | 274 | 302 |
| Tennessee | 269 | 13 |
| South Carolina | 248 | 127 |
| Louisiana | 242 | 56 |
| Mississippi | 234 | 70 |
| Arkansas | 234 | 110 |
| Alabama | 233 | 271 |
| West Virginia | 207 | 151 |
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| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminology | 87 |
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