Colorado Mesa University
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Field of study · Grand Junction, Colorado, United States
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Grand Junction
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Home Tuition
US$7,968 (2026-27)
Intake
Fall 2027
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Course Overview
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, Colorado, United States is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Criminal justice graduates enter the police, probation and prison service, border force, security consultancy and the voluntary sector, often combining study with relevant professional service experience.
Student life (indicative)
Grand Junction offers students a fantastic outdoor lifestyle — skiing, hiking and mountain access sit alongside a good local food and bar scene and a tight-knit, active student community.
The University at a Glance
Undergraduate Population
8,143
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
1.5%
Career Prospects
Completion Rate
41%
finish their degree (not an employment rate)
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
University Life
Urban
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Criminal Justice/Safety Studies topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
8,143
Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
2%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
Campus Type
Urban
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Grand Junction offers students a fantastic outdoor lifestyle — skiing, hiking and mountain access sit alongside a good local food and bar scene and a tight-knit, active student community.
- Grand Junction offers students a fantastic outdoor lifestyle — skiing, hiking and mountain access sit alongside a good local food and bar scene and a tight-knit, active student community.
What Students Love
- Ski & mountain access
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Thriving student social scene
- Parks & green spaces
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Completion Rate
41%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Criminal justice graduates enter the police, probation and prison service, border force, security consultancy and the voluntary sector, often combining study with relevant professional service experience.
- Criminal justice graduates enter the police, probation and prison service, border force, security consultancy and the voluntary sector, often combining study with relevant professional service experience.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Healthcare
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $1,935/month (housing $1,100, food $440, transport $130). A US university city with solid amenities and a well-rounded student lifestyle.
- In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $1,935/month (housing $1,100, food $440, transport $130).
- A US university city with solid amenities and a well-rounded student lifestyle.