Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Columbus State University · Columbus, GA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Columbus State University earn a median of $39,714 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 $28,740, about 72% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Herzing University-Atlanta Atlanta | $67,229 | $19,310 |
| Reinhardt University Waleska | $62,019 | — |
| Thomas University Thomasville | $52,991 | $39,800 |
| Strayer University-Georgia Chamblee | $43,405 | $41,562 |
| DeVry University-Georgia Decatur | $43,091 | $46,957 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $41,598 | $18,000 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $39,566 | $21,128 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $39,133 | $24,844 |
| Dalton State College Dalton | $37,856 | — |
| South University-Savannah Online Savannah | $37,713 | $42,354 |
| South University-Savannah Savannah | $37,713 | $42,354 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $37,405 | $15,250 |
| Atlanta Metropolitan State College Atlanta | $37,342 | $24,500 |
| Mercer University Macon | $37,319 | $25,000 |
| Middle Georgia State University Macon | $35,930 | $26,474 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Columbus State University make?
The median salary is $39,714 one year after graduation and $43,126 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,740.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.