Cheapest Criminology Colleges in Minnesota

Public universities dominate Minnesota's most affordable criminology options, with the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities offering the lowest net cost at $17,139 despite serving the state's largest student population. The $13,386 gap between the cheapest public option and most expensive private program reflects Minnesota's strong public education funding. Graduates enter a job market where Target, UnitedHealth, and major healthcare systems create steady demand for loss prevention specialists and corporate security professionals.

Programs

$17,139 – $30,525

Net Price Range

$37,691

Avg. Program Earnings

69.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Criminology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis, Minnesota	$17,139	$16,488	84.8%	74.9%
2	University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth, Minnesota	$18,464	$14,318	64.5%	80.7%
3	Hamline University Saint Paul, Minnesota	$21,385	$48,311	57.7%	80.6%
4	Crown College Saint Bonifacius, Minnesota	$27,324	$30,200	64.3%	66.6%
5	University of St Thomas Saint Paul, Minnesota	$30,525	$52,284	75.2%	77.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the major cost difference between public and private criminology programs?

Public universities like University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost $17,139 net compared to $30,525 at University of St Thomas. Minnesota's public funding and the Minnesota State Grant significantly reduce costs for residents at state institutions.

How do graduation rates compare across different price points?

The most expensive program at University of St Thomas achieves a 75.20% graduation rate, while the cheapest at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities reaches 84.80%. Higher costs don't guarantee better completion rates in Minnesota's criminology programs.

Where do criminology graduates typically find employment in Minnesota?

Major employers include Target's loss prevention division, UnitedHealth's fraud investigation units, and the Mayo Clinic's security operations. Early career earnings range from $35,416 to $39,009 across the state's programs.

More Criminology Rankings

Best Value Criminology in Minnesota Criminology Under $20,000 in Minnesota

All Criminology Programs Best Colleges in Minnesota Best Criminology in Minnesota

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.