Criminal Justice and Corrections at Bryant & Stratton College-Parma

Bryant & Stratton College-Parma's criminal justice program delivers earnings well below what Ohio students should expect from similar programs. At $32,211 in the first year, graduates earn about $6,300 less than the state median for associate-level criminal justice programs—placing this in just the 25th percentile among Ohio schools. Several Ohio University campuses, along with North Central State College, consistently produce graduates earning $44,000 to $47,000 annually, demonstrating what's achievable within the state system.

The debt load of $22,960 is higher than both state and national medians, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.71 that's manageable but not generous given the limited earning potential. More troubling is the complete absence of earnings growth: four years out, graduates earn essentially the same $32,602 they made initially. For a field where many advance into supervisory or specialized roles over time, this stagnation suggests graduates may struggle to access career progression opportunities.

For families considering this program—especially given that 68% of students receive Pell grants—the financial picture is straightforward: you're paying above-average debt for below-average Ohio outcomes in a field where better options exist at public institutions across the state. Unless Bryant & Stratton offers specific placement connections or scheduling flexibility that other schools can't match, Ohio's community colleges and regional university branches provide substantially better value in this field.