Criminal Justice and Corrections at Gaston College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Gaston College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Gaston College graduates earn $50k, placing them in the 54th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections certificate programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston College | $50,038 | — | — | — |
| Cape Fear Community College | $52,282 | $42,740 | $16,042 | 0.31 |
| 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 |
| South Piedmont Community College | $47,748 | — | $17,823 | 0.37 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| South Piedmont Community College Polkton | $2,022 | $47,748 | $17,823 |
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 Gaston College, approximately 26% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 27 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.