Criminal Justice and Corrections at Hamline 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 Minnesota
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamline University | — | $50,263 | — | — |
| Herzing University-Minneapolis | $67,229 | $58,875 | $28,399 | 0.42 |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | $64,894 | $58,646 | $28,708 | 0.44 |
| Metropolitan State University | $52,125 | $52,541 | $29,426 | 0.56 |
| Walden University | $50,634 | $48,565 | $48,133 | 0.95 |
| Bemidji State University | $49,617 | $52,130 | $23,181 | 0.47 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herzing University-Minneapolis St. Louis Park | $13,420 | $67,229 | $28,399 |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona | $43,160 | $64,894 | $28,708 |
| Metropolitan State University Saint Paul | $9,780 | $52,125 | $29,426 |
| Walden University Minneapolis | $12,498 | $50,634 | $48,133 |
| Bemidji State University Bemidji | $10,164 | $49,617 | $23,181 |
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 Hamline University, approximately 40% 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.