Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's degree · Mountain Empire Community College · Big Stone Gap, VA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$43,752Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
13Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Mountain Empire Community College earn a median of $43,752. 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 Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $43,287 | $27,193 |
| Wytheville Community College Wytheville | $38,907 | — |
| Brightpoint Community College Chester | $34,171 | — |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach | $32,211 | $20,827 |
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $26,013 | $13,050 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Mountain Empire Community College make?
The median salary is $43,752.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.