Criminology

Bachelor's degree · Upper Iowa University · Fayette, IA

CIP 45.04

$43,170Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,767Median earnings 4 years after
$46,898Median earnings 5 years after
$30,701Median federal debt
44Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminology at Upper Iowa University earn a median of $43,170 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,556 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,042–$73,111). Median debt is $30,701, about 71% of first-year earnings.

Criminology (Bachelor's degree) at other Iowa schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls
$43,914$20,278
University of Iowa
Iowa City
$38,520$21,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminology graduates from Upper Iowa University make?

The median salary is $43,170 one year after graduation and $46,898 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $30,701.

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