Criminal Justice and Corrections at Camden County College

Camden County College's Criminal Justice certificate stands out dramatically in New Jersey—graduates earn a median of $59,298 one year after completion, putting them in the 95th percentile statewide. That's $21,000 more than the typical New Jersey graduate from this program and substantially higher than what graduates from Rowan College or Passaic County Community College earn. Even nationally, this program ranks in the 75th percentile, beating three-quarters of similar programs across the country.

The debt picture reinforces this program's value. With median borrowing of $15,644, graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.26—meaning they owe roughly three months' worth of first-year salary. This manageable debt level, combined with strong earnings growth to $69,197 by year four, creates a clear path to financial stability. The robust sample size of over 100 graduates gives real confidence these numbers aren't statistical flukes.

For families considering criminal justice programs in New Jersey, this certificate delivers measurably better outcomes than alternatives. Whether graduates are entering law enforcement, corrections, or related fields, they're achieving earnings well above what similar credentials typically provide in the state. Given the relatively low debt and strong starting salaries, this represents one of the more financially sound short-term credentials available in New Jersey's community college system.