Also, be sure to check out StudentAdvisor.com’s student generated school reviews. If you are already enrolled in a program, review your school and help others make the important decision as to where they will continue their education.

Based on average salary statistics, the top paying criminal justice careers include:

1. Detective – $89,354
2. Criminal Investigator – $86,012
3. FBI Agent – $79,648
4. Police Officer – $74,464
5. Secret Service Agent – $68,288
6. Police Detective – $64,518
7. Private Investigator – $62,400
8. Substance Abuse Counselor – $59,850
9. Insurance and Fraud Investigator – $56,449
10. Legal Secretary – $54,000

If you are interested in pursuing a career in criminal justice it is recommended that you earn a college degree. If you already work in the field, most federal and local agencies will subsidize tuition to help you go back to school.

See also: Police Pay Incentives