Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Grand Valley State University · Allendale, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Grand Valley State University earn a median of $39,857 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 $25,000, about 63% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Siena Heights University Adrian | $67,009 | $19,286 |
| The University of Olivet Olivet | $48,328 | $27,000 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $44,897 | $18,750 |
| Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie | $43,937 | $22,500 |
| Baker College Owosso | $42,341 | $40,577 |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $41,527 | $26,000 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $40,390 | $25,000 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $40,049 | $26,000 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $39,614 | $25,033 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $39,132 | $25,500 |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $38,518 | $22,304 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $37,469 | $24,000 |
| Madonna University Livonia | $36,296 | $13,750 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $35,912 | $28,500 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $35,705 | $23,625 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Grand Valley State University make?
The median salary is $39,857 one year after graduation and $60,671 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.