Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Murray State University · Murray, KY
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Murray State University earn a median of $32,041 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 $21,411, about 67% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Louisville Louisville | $38,728 | $18,750 |
| University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg | $37,564 | $23,375 |
| Campbellsville University Campbellsville | $36,849 | $19,932 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $35,724 | $22,812 |
| Thomas More University Crestview Hills | $35,115 | — |
| Kentucky State University Frankfort | $33,099 | $27,000 |
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $31,548 | $20,238 |
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $30,930 | $25,990 |
| Lindsey Wilson University Columbia | $29,512 | $21,500 |
| University of Pikeville Pikeville | $27,025 | $22,330 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Murray State University make?
The median salary is $32,041 one year after graduation and $54,066 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,411.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.