Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Dalton State College · Dalton, GA
$37,856Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,341Median earnings 4 years after
$42,922Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
33Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Dalton State College earn a median of $37,856 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).
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 |
| Columbus State University Columbus | $39,714 | $28,740 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $39,566 | $21,128 |
| Georgia College & State University Milledgeville | $39,133 | $24,844 |
| 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 Dalton State College make?
The median salary is $37,856 one year after graduation and $42,922 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.