Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's degree · Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College · Perkinston, MS
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College earn a median of $28,817 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $46,706 four years after graduating (middle half: $31,475–$63,659). Median debt is $9,850, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Associate's degree) at other Mississippi schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Itawamba Community College Fulton | $32,996 | — |
| Holmes Community College Goodman | $24,853 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College make?
The median salary is $28,817 one year after graduation and $33,464 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $9,850.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.