Criminal Justice and Corrections
Undergraduate certificate · Purdue University Global · West Lafayette, IN
$59,658Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,918Median earnings 4 years after
$32,483Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
245Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the undergraduate certificate program in Criminal Justice and Corrections at Purdue University Global earn a median of $59,658 one year after completing the program. Nationally, undergraduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $57,702 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,878–$76,285).
Criminal Justice and Corrections (Undergraduate certificate) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis | $33,463 | $10,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Criminal Justice and Corrections graduates from Purdue University Global make?
The median salary is $59,658 one year after graduation and $32,483 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.