New Mexico Criminal Justice Degree Programs
(found 25 schools)

Listed below are all of the accredited schools in New Mexico that offer Criminal Justice programs.

Overview

New Mexico has a population of just over 2 million and its largest cities are Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho and Santa Fe. Most of the state’s industry is located in these urban areas. New Mexico has a relatively low unemployment rate compared to the rest of the country. When people aren’t working, many of them are enjoying the great outdoors; the state is known for its outdoor activities, including skiing, golf, hiking and rafting. Delicious Southwest-style cuisine, museums and various arts and culture locations are all draws as well.

Criminal Justice Education in New Mexico

The College Affordability Grant, the New Mexico Student Incentive Grant and the Legislative Endowment Grant are good places to start looking for funding. If you plan on pursuing a criminal justice degree in New Mexico, you may also be able to find school-specific scholarships to help you financially.

Outlook for Criminal Justice in New Mexico

If you obtain a degree in criminal justice, it's likely you will end up in either the protective services or legal aid fields. The mean annual income for New Mexico's police or sheriff's patrol officers is $43,430, while detectives and criminal investigators make roughly $68,650. The mean annual income for the state's protective services industry as a whole is $32,810. Paralegals earn a mean annual salary of $41,650, according to 2010 data collected by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.