Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · West Liberty University · West Liberty, WV
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$45,353Median earnings 4 years after
$54,642Median earnings 5 years after
$21,500Median federal debt
18Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at West Liberty University earn a median of $41,118. 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 $21,500, about 52% of first-year earnings.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other West Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| American Public University System Charles Town | $57,409 | $20,888 |
| Strayer University-West Virginia Scott Depot | $43,405 | $41,562 |
| West Virginia State University Institute | $39,056 | $22,532 |
| Fairmont State University Fairmont | $36,179 | $21,198 |
| Marshall University Huntington | $32,747 | $24,899 |
| West Virginia Wesleyan College Buckhannon | $31,400 | $27,000 |
| Bluefield State University Bluefield | $30,506 | — |
| Salem University Salem | $25,665 | $22,177 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from West Liberty University make?
The median salary is $41,118 and $54,642 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.