Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's degree · Nashville State Community College · Nashville, TN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$39,855Median earnings 4 years after
$48,869Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Nashville State Community College earn a median of $39,855. 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 Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $30,539 | $26,692 |
| Remington College-Memphis Campus Memphis | $26,952 | $20,000 |
| South College Knoxville | $24,095 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Nashville State Community College make?
The median salary is $39,855 and $48,869 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.