Criminology
Bachelor's degree · Arcadia University · Glenside, PA
$33,823Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,772Median earnings 4 years after
$51,702Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
14Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminology at Arcadia University earn a median of $33,823 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,556 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,042–$73,111). Median debt is $25,000, about 74% of first-year earnings.
Criminology (Bachelor's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia | $43,283 | $21,625 |
| Lycoming College Williamsport | $40,646 | $27,000 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $40,229 | $27,000 |
| Lebanon Valley College Annville | $38,828 | — |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana | $37,911 | $27,000 |
| Saint Vincent College Latrobe | $37,563 | $27,000 |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock | $36,276 | $23,875 |
| Eastern University Saint Davids | $34,876 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminology graduates from Arcadia University make?
The median salary is $33,823 one year after graduation and $51,702 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.