Criminal Justice and Corrections at Alpena Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Alpena Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Alpena Community College graduates earn $30k, placing them in the 30th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpena Community College | $30,201 | — | — | — |
| Northwestern Michigan College | $52,976 | $40,135 | — | — |
| Oakland Community College | $51,827 | $62,425 | $13,506 | 0.26 |
| Schoolcraft Community College District | $49,224 | $59,586 | $11,868 | 0.24 |
| Ferris State University | $48,203 | $58,930 | $18,500 | 0.38 |
| Grand Rapids Community College | $48,049 | $39,367 | $12,101 | 0.25 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Michigan College Traverse City | $5,350 | $52,976 | — |
| Oakland Community College Auburn Hills | $3,020 | $51,827 | $13,506 |
| Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia | $4,448 | $49,224 | $11,868 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $13,630 | $48,203 | $18,500 |
| Grand Rapids Community College Grand Rapids | $4,059 | $48,049 | $12,101 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Alpena Community College, approximately 21% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.