Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's degree · Central New Mexico Community College · Albuquerque, NM
$35,865Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,048Median earnings 4 years after
$42,545Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
28Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Central New Mexico Community College earn a median of $35,865 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).
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Associate's degree) at other New Mexico schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque | $31,295 | $19,397 |
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces | $27,638 | $8,550 |
| New Mexico State University-Grants Grants | $27,638 | $8,550 |
| New Mexico State University-Alamogordo Alamogordo | $27,638 | $8,550 |
| New Mexico State University-Dona Ana Las Cruces | $27,638 | $8,550 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Central New Mexico Community College make?
The median salary is $35,865 one year after graduation and $42,545 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.