Criminal Justice and Corrections
Master's degree · Sam Houston State University · Huntsville, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Sam Houston State University earn a median of $51,544 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,714 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,346–$93,005). Median debt is $38,362, about 74% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Master's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Houston-Downtown Houston | $65,137 | $40,760 |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $60,274 | $17,207 |
| Tarleton State University Stephenville | $58,771 | $30,573 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $58,143 | $36,251 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $54,876 | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $49,241 | $38,942 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $47,760 | — |
| Texas A & M International University Laredo | $46,596 | — |
| South University-Austin Round Rock | $41,898 | $41,000 |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg | $37,728 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Sam Houston State University make?
The median salary is $51,544 one year after graduation and $91,329 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $38,362.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.