Does Institution Type Predict Students' Desires to Pursue Law Enforcement Careers?

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2014

Abstract

Diversity in the field of law enforcement remains an issue, despite the popularity of the criminal justice degree. Prior research has typically been limited to surveying students from a single type of institution (historically black college & university, mixed-race institution, or predominately white institution). This is the first time a sample of students has been drawn from three different types of institutions. The current study examined whether institution type, race, gender, major, and perception of fair treatment were adequate predictors of a criminal justice student's desire to pursue a career in law enforcement. Results revealed a significant interaction between the institution and gender. Academic major and perception of fair treatment produced significant main effects in the model. The theoretical and practical implications associated with these findings are discussed. © 2014 © 2014 Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences.

Publication Title

Journal of Criminal Justice Education

Volume

25

Issue

3

First Page

304

Last Page

320

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