Criminology

Bachelor's degree · St. Mary's University · San Antonio, TX

CIP 45.04

$33,978Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,731Median earnings 4 years after
$43,974Median earnings 5 years after
$25,067Median federal debt
12Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminology at St. Mary's University earn a median of $33,978 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,556 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,042–$73,111). Median debt is $25,067, about 74% of first-year earnings.

Criminology (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson
$40,603$19,844
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston
$35,673$16,750
Saint Edward's University
Austin
$31,839$25,500
Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Kingsville
$30,490$23,250

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminology graduates from St. Mary's University make?

The median salary is $33,978 one year after graduation and $43,974 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,067.

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