Criminal Justice and Corrections at American International College

American International College's criminal justice program starts graduates at $37,408—about $5,000 below the Massachusetts median and slightly under the national average. Among the 27 programs in Massachusetts, this ranks in the 40th percentile, meaning six in ten similar programs deliver better first-year outcomes. The debt load of $29,750 is actually reasonable relative to earnings (0.80 ratio), but the real question is whether the initial earnings justify even that modest borrowing when stronger alternatives exist in-state.

The positive story here is earnings growth: graduates see a 30% jump to $48,562 by year four, which is solid progression in a field not known for rapid salary increases. That puts four-year earners closer to competitive territory. However, with a sample size under 30 graduates, these numbers might not hold for future cohorts. The college's 97% admission rate and 50% Pell Grant population suggest it serves students who may have limited options, which is admirable but doesn't change the underlying economics.

For families paying full freight, programs like Salem State ($44,812 starting) or Fisher College ($45,695) offer $7,000-8,000 more in first-year earnings for similar or lower debt. If your child is already committed to American International for other reasons—location, campus culture, financial aid package—the program won't derail their career. But purely on investment terms, other Massachusetts options provide a stronger foundation in this field.