Criminal Justice programs produce graduates with career earnings ranging from $150,457 to $20,254 across 439 ranked programs. The $1,942 gap below national averages reflects the field's public service focus, though top programs demonstrate that law enforcement and public safety careers can yield substantial financial returns when graduates target specialized roles.
Leading the list is Neumann University, achieving the highest program earnings at $150,457. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale follows at $104,017, with Anna Maria College rounding out the top tier at $100,072. These programs demonstrate how strategic program selection within justice studies can significantly impact long-term career trajectories and median earnings potential.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #341 | Bradford, PA | $52,837 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $9,138 | 88.5% | 47.6% | |
| #342 | Pittsburgh, PA | $52,837 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $14,709 | 58.1% | 85.5% | |
| #343 | Greensburg, PA | $52,837 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $9,514 | 95.2% | 39.7% | |
| #344 | Johnstown, PA | $52,837 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $10,106 | 94.8% | 55.8% | |
| #345 | Molloy UniversityPrivate | Rockville Centre, NY | $52,820 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $17,548 | 81.7% | 69.9% |
| #346 | Honolulu, HI | $52,720 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $31,589 | 91.4% | 55.4% | |
| #347 | Macon, GA | $52,719 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $10,668 | 99.7% | 25.3% | |
| #348 | Saint Joseph, MO | $52,709 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $11,243 | — | 38.5% | |
| #349 | Rochester, NY | $52,704 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $24,680 | 66.9% | 69.9% | |
| #350 | Missouri Baptist UniversityPrivate | Saint Louis, MO | $52,689 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $21,808 | 68.6% | 47.6% |
| #351 | Rogers State UniversityPublic | Claremore, OK | $52,645 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $13,714 | — | 29.0% |
| #352 | Marion, IN | $52,629 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $16,298 | — | 34.9% | |
| #353 | Marion, IN | $52,629 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $19,793 | 88.9% | 66.7% | |
| #354 | Ohio Northern UniversityPrivate | Ada, OH | $52,606 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $18,525 | 74.4% | 75.5% |
| #355 | University Of DubuquePrivate | Dubuque, IA | $52,578 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $18,106 | 88.6% | 40.1% |
| #356 | Alexandria, LA | $52,560 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $5,008 | 92.1% | 34.2% | |
| #357 | Flint, MI | $52,490 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $1,517 | 70.5% | 40.3% | |
| #358 | Texas State UniversityPublic | San Marcos, TX | $52,447 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $12,715 | 89.3% | 55.3% |
| #359 | Princess Anne, MD | $52,398 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $9,914 | 96.4% | 35.3% | |
| #360 | Averett UniversityPrivate | Danville, VA | $52,318 Median Criminal Justice Earnings | $23,064 | 56.6% | 48.1% |
