Criminal Justice and Corrections
Bachelor's degree · Florida Gulf Coast University · Fort Myers, FL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Florida Gulf Coast University earn a median of $40,079 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 $20,000, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Herzing University-Orlando Winter Park | $67,229 | $19,310 |
| Saint Leo University Saint Leo | $47,853 | $25,620 |
| Strayer University-Florida Tampa | $43,405 | $41,562 |
| Indian River State College Fort Pierce | $43,351 | $13,819 |
| DeVry University-Florida Orlando | $43,091 | $46,957 |
| Southeastern University Lakeland | $41,291 | $22,374 |
| Polk State College Winter Haven | $40,808 | $12,998 |
| Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale | $40,390 | $40,560 |
| Lynn University Boca Raton | $39,496 | $17,250 |
| Rasmussen University-Florida Ocala | $39,317 | $29,236 |
| South University-Tampa Tampa | $37,713 | $42,354 |
| South University-West Palm Beach Royal Palm Beach | $37,713 | $42,354 |
| Florida International University Miami | $36,839 | $16,829 |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $36,684 | $15,987 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $36,563 | $16,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University make?
The median salary is $40,079 one year after graduation and $53,216 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.