Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting at Eastern Kentucky University
Master's Degree
eku.eduBased on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Eastern Kentucky University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Kentucky University | $73,507 | $83,181 | +13% |
| Michigan State University | $66,517 | $89,048 | +34% |
| Webster University | $87,550 | $79,305 | -9% |
| Massachusetts Maritime Academy | $86,288 | $76,409 | -11% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Eastern Kentucky UniversityRichmond | $10,130 | $73,507 | $83,181 | — | — |
 California State University-Long BeachLong Beach | $7,008 | $92,422 | — | — | — |
 Webster UniversitySaint Louis | $30,730 | $87,550 | $79,305 | — | — |
 Massachusetts Maritime AcademyBuzzards Bay | $10,816 | $86,288 | $76,409 | — | — |
 Tiffin UniversityTiffin | $32,400 | $68,421 | — | — | — |
 Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing | $15,988 | $66,517 | $89,048 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $73,507 | — | — | — |
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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 Eastern Kentucky University, 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.