Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus · Portales, NM
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus earn a median of $31,599 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 $17,375, about 55% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other New Mexico schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque | $38,370 | $14,000 |
| Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque | $33,962 | $31,646 |
| Western New Mexico University Silver City | $32,386 | $13,750 |
| New Mexico State University-Main Campus Las Cruces | $29,553 | $20,250 |
| New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas | $21,630 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $31,599 one year after graduation and $44,100 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,375.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.