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Law Enforcement & Firefighting Schools in Kentucky

340 students earned Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting degrees in Kentucky in the 2020-2021 year.

A Law Enforcement & Firefighting major is the 9th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Law Enforcement & Firefighting Majors in Kentucky

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 269
Post-Master’s Certificate 66
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 66
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 5
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 5

Gender Distribution

In Kentucky, a homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting majors in Kentucky is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.6%
  • Black or African American: 5.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.4%
  • White: 52.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.6%
  • Other Races: 34.7%
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Jobs for Law Enforcement & Firefighting Grads in Kentucky

There are 50,380 people in the state and 4,690,450 people in the nation working in homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting jobs.

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Wages for Law Enforcement & Firefighting Jobs in Kentucky

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement & Firefighting grads earn an average of $50,500 in the state and $72,390 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in Kentucky that offer homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

166 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
14,465 Total Students

60% of the teachers are full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $34,723 after earning their degree at this institution. A typical student attending Eastern will pay a net price of $13,763.

92 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
22,211 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,653 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.43 years. The 4.40% student loan default rate is lower than average.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
19,110 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.19 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $13,476. The student loan default rate of 5.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
17,517 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $12,522. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 72% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $33,301 after graduation.

#4

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
16,211 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $38,625 after graduation. It takes the average student 4.56 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 97%.

#6

Campbellsville University

Campbellsville
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
12,771 Total Students

In their early career, Campbellsville University grads earn an average salary of $32,356. This private institution charges an average net price of $19,819. Most students complete their degree in 4.43 years.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
29,986 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,231 after earning their degree at this institution. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it. A typical student attending UK will pay a net price of $18,203.

Law Enforcement & Firefighting Careers in KY

Some of the careers homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting majors go into include:

Job Title KY Job Growth KY Median Salary
Forensic Science Technicians 17% $47,240
Financial Examiners 12% $55,290
Computer Workers 11% $78,830
Accountants and Auditors 10% $60,360
Managers 9% $89,310
Professors 7% $46,830
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Professors 7% $89,570
Child, Family, and School Social Workers 6% $39,120

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to homeland security, law enforcement and firefighting.

Major Annual Graduates in KY
Public & Social Service 1,040
Legal Professions 355
Parks, Recreation, Leisure & Fitness 279

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