Criminology

Bachelor's degree · University of Minnesota-Twin Cities · Minneapolis, MN

CIP 45.04

$41,780Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$59,022Median earnings 4 years after
$61,352Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
125Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminology at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities earn a median of $41,780 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 $19,500, about 47% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Criminology (Bachelor's degree) at other Minnesota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth
$42,562$22,885
University of St Thomas
Saint Paul
$41,780$26,848
Hamline University
Saint Paul
$41,204$25,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminology graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities make?

The median salary is $41,780 one year after graduation and $61,352 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.

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