Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's degree · New Mexico State University-Main Campus · Las Cruces, NM
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at New Mexico State University-Main Campus earn a median of $27,638 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 $8,550, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Associate's degree) at other New Mexico schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Central New Mexico Community College Albuquerque | $35,865 | — |
| Brookline College-Albuquerque Albuquerque | $31,295 | $19,397 |
| 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 New Mexico State University-Main Campus make?
The median salary is $27,638 one year after graduation and $36,982 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $8,550.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.