Criminal Justice and Corrections at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown Community and Technical College | — | $33,546 | — | — |
| Jefferson Community and Technical College | $33,316 | $39,415 | $11,516 | 0.35 |
| Big Sandy Community and Technical College | $29,432 | $33,141 | — | — |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Community and Technical College Louisville | $4,706 | $33,316 | $11,516 |
| Big Sandy Community and Technical College Prestonsburg | $4,656 | $29,432 | — |
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 Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, approximately 36% 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.