Criminal Justice and Corrections

Bachelor's degree · Rhode Island College · Providence, RI

CIP 43.01

$38,163Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,156Median earnings 4 years after
$55,218Median earnings 5 years after
$18,750Median federal debt
53Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Rhode Island College earn a median of $38,163 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 $18,750, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Rhode Island schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Roger Williams University
Bristol
$45,356$26,000
Johnson & Wales University-Providence
Providence
$38,871$27,000
Johnson & Wales University-Online
Providence
$38,871$27,000
Salve Regina University
Newport
$36,898$27,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Rhode Island College make?

The median salary is $38,163 one year after graduation and $55,218 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,750.

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