Criminal Justice and Corrections at Drexel University
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 Pennsylvania
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (52 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drexel University | — | $51,794 | — | — |
| Peirce College | $48,710 | — | $46,440 | 0.95 |
| Chestnut Hill College | $46,417 | $49,730 | $37,125 | 0.80 |
| DeSales University | $45,505 | $53,433 | $27,000 | 0.59 |
| Strayer University-Pennsylvania | $43,405 | $50,636 | $56,937 | 1.31 |
| York College of Pennsylvania | $42,175 | $48,331 | $26,000 | 0.62 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peirce College Philadelphia | $15,060 | $48,710 | $46,440 |
| Chestnut Hill College Philadelphia | $39,410 | $46,417 | $37,125 |
| DeSales University Center Valley | $44,800 | $45,505 | $27,000 |
| Strayer University-Pennsylvania Trevose | $13,920 | $43,405 | $56,937 |
| York College of Pennsylvania York | $24,606 | $42,175 | $26,000 |
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 Drexel University, approximately 25% 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.