Criminal Justice and Corrections at Forsyth Technical Community College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Forsyth Technical Community College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Forsyth Technical Community College graduates earn $22k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections associates programs nationally.
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 associates's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (61 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forsyth Technical Community College | $22,389 | $35,268 | — | — |
| Central Piedmont Community College | $44,616 | $40,791 | — | — |
| Vance-Granville Community College | $39,750 | — | — | — |
| Davidson-Davie Community College | $36,213 | $32,150 | $19,795 | 0.55 |
| Guilford Technical Community College | $34,400 | $34,651 | $18,500 | 0.54 |
| Pitt Community College | $33,018 | $34,041 | $15,900 | 0.48 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Piedmont Community College Charlotte | $2,792 | $44,616 | — |
| Vance-Granville Community College Henderson | $1,956 | $39,750 | — |
| Davidson-Davie Community College Thomasville | $1,978 | $36,213 | $19,795 |
| Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown | $2,319 | $34,400 | $18,500 |
| Pitt Community College Winterville | $1,972 | $33,018 | $15,900 |
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 Forsyth Technical Community College, approximately 41% 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.