Criminal Justice and Corrections at Central Piedmont Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 certificate's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (58 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College | — | $40,332 | — | — |
| Cape Fear Community College | $52,282 | $42,740 | $16,042 | 0.31 |
| Gaston College | $50,038 | — | — | — |
| Durham Technical Community College | $49,893 | — | $17,750 | 0.36 |
| Forsyth Technical Community College | $48,388 | — | $21,066 | 0.44 |
| Wilson Community College | $48,304 | — | $17,060 | 0.35 |
| National Median | $48,388 | — | $13,355 | 0.28 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Fear Community College Wilmington | $2,748 | $52,282 | $16,042 |
| Gaston College Dallas | $3,186 | $50,038 | — |
| Durham Technical Community College Durham | $1,986 | $49,893 | $17,750 |
| Forsyth Technical Community College Winston-Salem | $2,256 | $48,388 | $21,066 |
| Wilson Community College Wilson | $2,572 | $48,304 | $17,060 |
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 Central Piedmont Community College, approximately 39% 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.