Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Indiana University-Northwest · Gary, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Indiana University-Northwest earn a median of $41,295 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 $20,500, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting | $55,587 | $19,500 |
| Vincennes University Vincennes | $46,644 | $19,500 |
| Oakland City University Oakland City | $46,038 | $18,750 |
| Purdue University Global West Lafayette | $45,984 | $30,641 |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $45,204 | $17,710 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $44,418 | $26,254 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $44,016 | $18,955 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global Marion | $43,448 | $26,563 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion | $43,448 | $26,563 |
| Indiana University-Southeast New Albany | $41,898 | $13,500 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $39,991 | $21,982 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo | $39,833 | $22,130 |
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $39,384 | $19,500 |
| University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $36,684 | — |
| Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies Fort Wayne | $36,510 | $27,046 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Indiana University-Northwest make?
The median salary is $41,295 one year after graduation and $49,702 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.