Criminology

Associate's degree · Purdue University Global · West Lafayette, IN

CIP 45.04

$36,766Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$44,516Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$21,000Median federal debt

40Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the associate's degree program in Criminology at Purdue University Global earn a median of $36,766 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $44,936 four years after graduating (middle half: $30,840–$61,428). Median debt is $21,000, about 57% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Criminology graduates from Purdue University Global make?

The median salary is $36,766 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,000.

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