Criminal Justice and Corrections

Bachelor's degree · University of Wyoming · Laramie, WY

CIP 43.01

$38,797Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$57,016Median earnings 4 years after

$54,750Median earnings 5 years after

$19,393Median federal debt

83Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at University of Wyoming earn a median of $38,797 one year after completing the program. 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 $19,393, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from University of Wyoming make?

The median salary is $38,797 one year after graduation and $54,750 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,393.

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