Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's degree · Southeast Technical College · Sioux Falls, SD
$49,560Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,522Median earnings 4 years after
$49,537Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
16Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Southeast Technical College earn a median of $49,560 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).
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Associate's degree) at other South Dakota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Area Technical College Watertown | $41,230 | $12,000 |
| Western Dakota Technical College Rapid City | $27,459 | $15,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Southeast Technical College make?
The median salary is $49,560 one year after graduation and $49,537 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.