Careers
Our students are prepared to be leaders in today's complex and changing work world. They develop the knowledge and analytical skills they will need for successful careers and informed citizenship. Many of our students go on to graduate programs or law school but others choose from these fields:
Government Agencies
- Law enforcement
- Probation
- Parole agencies
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), county drug court offices and other agencies
Nonprofits
- Housing
- Public health
- Aging
- Family services
- Job training agencies
- Research and analysis
Public Service
- Higher education instructors
- Counseling and other social service organizations
Private Industry
- Market research
- Private security firms
- Business management
Careers and Earnings
| Professional Career | Annual Salary Mean annual salary as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics |
|---|---|
| Corrections | $63,630 |
| Educational Psychologist | $71,430 |
| Healthcare Support | $40,800 |
| Human Resources | $81,990 |
| Investigations | $99,430 |
| Law Enforcement/Protective Services | $75,760 |
| Market Research | $89,490 |
| Occupational Health and Safety | $89,260 |
| Probation and Parole | $73,130 |
| Public Relations | $84,120 |
| School Counselor | $71,430 |
| Secondary Education | $76,320 |
| Statistician | $115,700 |
| Survey Research | $79,580 |
| Urban Planning | $94,750 |
Source: United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. May 2025 National Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates.