Listed below are all of the accredited schools in Maine that offer Criminal Justice programs.
Overview
Maine, whose landmass is larger than the five other New England states combined, is famous for blueberries and lobster. It was home to poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and is home to horror novelist Steven King. Maine is generally a peaceful state. It ranks among the safest in the nation.
Criminal Justice Education in Maine
Maine has fewer than 10 schools with criminal justice programs. Specializations are limited, but there are opportunities for graduate study at the master’s level. Even though the number of programs might be small, many scholarships are available. Nationally available scholarships include those offered through the American Criminal justice Association as well as those from private organizations like the WIFLE Scholarship awarded to women entering the field of law enforcement.
Outlook for Criminal Justice in Maine
For law enforcement officers looking for work, the small departments in the state may pose a challenge. Detectives earn a mean annual wage of just over $55,000 while police and corrections officers earn around $40,500 and $33,700.
