Compare 11 Corrections. programs in Alabama. Average earnings: $41,541.
With top graduates earning $47,219, Corrections stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $6K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige. Across 11 Alabama programs, outcomes vary based on program quality, not overall school reputation.
Auburn University at Montgomery leads with Corrections graduates earning $47,219, followed closely by The University of Alabama at $46,119. The statewide average sits at $41,541, yet these top programs demonstrate how regional universities compete effectively in specialized fields. UAB rounds out the top three at $44,301, reinforcing that program-specific factors drive outcomes.
Highest program earnings: $47,219
Strong outcomes with 92.6% acceptance
13.2% payment burden | Manageable
21.5% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $47,219 | 29 | $25,000 | Manageable | $11,809 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $46,119 | 197 | $22,750 | Manageable | $48,666 | High | |
| #3 | $44,301 | 91 | $22,300 | Manageable | $20,498 | High | |
| #4 | $42,463 | 33 | $22,189 | Manageable | $13,672 | High | |
| #5 | Alabama A & M UniversityPublic | $41,331 | 34 | $31,000 | Challenging | $19,266 | High |
| #6 | $41,252 | 37 | $22,077 | Manageable | $18,000 | High | |
| #7 | $40,801 | 59 | $24,929 | Challenging | $26,683 | High | |
| #8 | Troy UniversityPublic | $40,717 | 186 | $25,000 | Challenging | $13,842 | High |
| #9 | Faulkner UniversityPrivate | $40,352 | 70 | $23,000 | Manageable | $14,000 | High |
| #10 | Miles CollegePrivate | $38,180 | 43 | $31,217 | High | $15,500 | High |
| #11 | Alabama State UniversityPublic | $34,218 | 52 | $31,000 | High | $26,622 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
