Criminal Justice and Corrections

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

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$81,495Median earnings 3 years after
$112,959Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
0Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at George Washington University earn a median of $81,495. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,714 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,346–$93,005).

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
American University
Washington
$62,067—

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $81,495 and $112,959 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.