Criminal Justice and Corrections
Master's degree · CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice · New York, NY
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice earn a median of $62,921 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,714 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,346–$93,005). Median debt is $25,801, about 41% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Master's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Excelsior University Albany | $76,747 | — |
| Monroe University Bronx | $58,544 | $33,013 |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $57,106 | $29,573 |
| Hilbert College Hamburg | $47,149 | $21,216 |
| Iona University New Rochelle | $45,545 | $30,861 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice make?
The median salary is $62,921 one year after graduation and $76,638 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,801.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.