Criminology

Master's degree · University of California-Irvine · Irvine, CA

CIP 45.04

$61,062Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$83,175Median earnings 4 years after

$97,928Median earnings 5 years after

$37,396Median federal debt

49Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Criminology at University of California-Irvine earn a median of $61,062 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $67,647 four years after graduating (middle half: $50,732–$92,593). Median debt is $37,396, about 61% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminology graduates from University of California-Irvine make?

The median salary is $61,062 one year after graduation and $97,928 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $37,396.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.