Criminal Justice and Corrections
Undergraduate certificate · Missouri Southern State University · Joplin, MO
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Missouri Southern State University earn a median of $34,058 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $57,702 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,878–$76,285). Median debt is $17,860, about 52% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Undergraduate certificate) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson College Hillsboro | $61,641 | — |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City | $48,137 | — |
| Mineral Area College Park Hills | $45,217 | $8,407 |
| Moberly Area Community College Moberly | $41,286 | — |
| Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield | $41,277 | $5,500 |
| Drury University Springfield | $41,277 | $5,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Missouri Southern State University make?
The median salary is $34,058 one year after graduation and $40,880 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,860.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.