Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Arkansas Tech University · Russellville, AR
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Arkansas Tech University earn a median of $35,207 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,378 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,158–$74,359). Median debt is $25,611, about 73% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Grantham LIttle Rock | $50,520 | $37,071 |
| Strayer University-Arkansas Little Rock | $43,405 | $41,562 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $40,989 | $20,322 |
| Harding University Searcy | $38,818 | $24,955 |
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $38,083 | $23,086 |
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Pine Bluff | $35,532 | $25,486 |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith | $33,460 | $18,500 |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $28,541 | $23,199 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Arkansas Tech University make?
The median salary is $35,207 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,611.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.