Criminal Justice and Corrections at Hilbert College

At first glance, Hilbert's criminal justice program appears to outperform most competitors in New York—ranking in the 60th percentile statewide means it beats roughly two-thirds of the state's 46 programs. Graduates start at $39,408 and see earnings climb to $42,940 by year four, both figures above the national median of $37,856. The $27,000 debt load sits right at the national average, yielding a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.69. For parents comparing New York options, this program delivers better outcomes than SUNY Morrisville and Delhi at similar debt levels.

However, the small sample size here—fewer than 30 graduates tracked—means these numbers could swing significantly with just a handful of students. The 98% admission rate and low SAT scores indicate Hilbert serves a broad student population, including many first-generation college students (44% receive Pell grants), which makes the above-average outcomes more impressive but also harder to guarantee for any individual student. The earnings growth trajectory is steady but modest at 9% over four years.

If your child is set on criminal justice and considering private colleges in New York, Hilbert appears to offer reasonable value—better than most state options at comparable cost. Just recognize you're making this assessment on limited data, and the program sits well below the state's top earners like Excelsior or Utica.