Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · East Tennessee State University · Johnson City, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at East Tennessee State University earn a median of $30,097 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 $23,250, about 77% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Bethel University McKenzie | $54,207 | $28,908 |
| Cumberland University Lebanon | $45,223 | — |
| Strayer University-Tennessee Nashville | $43,405 | $41,562 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $37,952 | $22,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $37,403 | $18,214 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $36,749 | $21,090 |
| Lane College Jackson | $35,917 | $36,500 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $35,900 | $25,941 |
| King University Bristol | $33,580 | $18,450 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $32,555 | $27,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin | $32,167 | $21,443 |
| Remington College-Memphis Campus Memphis | $31,793 | $45,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from East Tennessee State University make?
The median salary is $30,097 one year after graduation and $43,784 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.