Criminal Justice and Corrections

Bachelor's degree · George Washington University · Washington, DC

CIP 43.01

$51,256Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$80,070Median earnings 4 years after
$73,045Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
63Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at George Washington University earn a median of $51,256 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 $19,500, about 38% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other District of Columbia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Trinity Washington University
Washington
$47,385$29,384
Strayer University-District of Columbia
Washington
$43,405$41,562
Strayer University-Global Region
Washington
$43,405$41,562
American University
Washington
$37,147$23,250
Howard University
Washington
$27,801$25,874

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from George Washington University make?

The median salary is $51,256 one year after graduation and $73,045 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.

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