Criminal Justice and Corrections at Barton College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (36 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton College | — | $40,620 | — | — |
| Strayer University-North Carolina | $43,405 | $50,636 | $56,937 | 1.31 |
| University of Mount Olive | $40,639 | $43,107 | $34,535 | 0.85 |
| Campbell University | $40,590 | $46,459 | $27,000 | 0.67 |
| Lees-McRae College | $39,811 | $31,811 | $15,000 | 0.38 |
| Wingate University | $39,498 | — | $27,000 | 0.68 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strayer University-North Carolina Greensboro | $13,920 | $43,405 | $56,937 |
| University of Mount Olive Mount Olive | $25,950 | $40,639 | $34,535 |
| Campbell University Buies Creek | $40,410 | $40,590 | $27,000 |
| Lees-McRae College Banner Elk | $31,140 | $39,811 | $15,000 |
| Wingate University Wingate | $40,196 | $39,498 | $27,000 |
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 Barton College, approximately 37% 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.