Criminal Justice and Corrections

Associate's degree · American Public University System · Charles Town, WV

CIP 43.01

$46,978Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,726Median earnings 4 years after
$46,482Median earnings 5 years after
$24,003Median federal debt
125Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at American Public University System earn a median of $46,978 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $46,706 four years after graduating (middle half: $31,475–$63,659). Median debt is $24,003, about 51% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from American Public University System make?

The median salary is $46,978 one year after graduation and $46,482 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,003.

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