Criminal Justice and Corrections

Master's degree · North Carolina Central University · Durham, NC

CIP 43.01

$41,787Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,659Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$49,707Median federal debt
22Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at North Carolina Central University earn a median of $41,787 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 $49,707, about 119% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Criminal Justice and Corrections (Master's degree) at other North Carolina schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
North Carolina Wesleyan University
Rocky Mount
$52,507—
East Carolina University
Greenville
$52,293—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from North Carolina Central University make?

The median salary is $41,787 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $49,707.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.