Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduate certificate · American Public University System · Charles Town, WV

CIP 43.01

$69,195Median earnings 1 year after graduating

—Median earnings 3 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$34,030Median federal debt

17Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at American Public University System earn a median of $69,195 one year after completing the program. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $74,072 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,401–$107,655). Median debt is $34,030, about 49% 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 American Public University System make?

The median salary is $69,195 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $34,030.

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