Criminal Justice and Corrections
Undergraduate certificate · Rio Salado College · Tempe, AZ
$51,384Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,390Median earnings 4 years after
$56,820Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
1,031Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Rio Salado College earn a median of $51,384 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $57,702 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,878–$76,285).
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Undergraduate certificate) at other Arizona schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Yavapai College Prescott | $59,511 | — |
| Pima Community College Tucson | $53,544 | — |
| Carrington College-Phoenix North Phoenix | $30,388 | $8,225 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Rio Salado College make?
The median salary is $51,384 one year after graduation and $56,820 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.