Median Earnings (1yr)
$46,645
30th percentile (40th in CA)
Sample Size
180
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Ashford University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Ashford University graduates earn $47k, placing them in the 30th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in California

Criminal Justice and Corrections masters's programs at peer institutions in California (13 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Ashford University$46,645
University of San Diego$143,943
University of Phoenix-California$49,871$52,160
California State University-Long Beach$47,425
National University$43,511$69,906
National Median$51,130

Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in California

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of San Diego
San Diego
$56,444$143,943
University of Phoenix-California
Ontario
$49,871
California State University-Long Beach
Long Beach
$7,008$47,425
National University
San Diego
$13,320$43,511

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 Ashford University, approximately 31% 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.