Compare 6 Corrections. programs in West Virginia. Average earnings: $37,703.
Corrections programs produce graduates earning between $30,554 and $47,409—a $17K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 6 ranked programs in West Virginia, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
West Liberty University's Corrections program leads with graduates earning $47,409, well above the state average of $37,703. Fairmont State follows at $43,086, while Marshall University produces graduates earning $38,737—showing how regional publics compete effectively in this field regardless of overall school rankings.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | West Liberty UniversityPublic | $47,409 | 23 | $23,250 | Manageable | $16,248 | Challenging |
| #2 | $43,086 | 56 | $21,000 | Manageable | $12,589 | Challenging | |
| #3 | Marshall UniversityPublic | $38,737 | 55 | $23,250 | Challenging | $13,944 | High |
| #4 | $33,861 | 41 | $23,338 | High | $13,810 | High | |
| #5 | $32,569 | 16 | $27,000 | High | $24,356 | High | |
| #6 | $30,554 | 11 | $18,250 | High | $7,550 | 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.
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