Criminal Justice and Corrections at Howard Payne University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (62 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Payne University | $35,862* | — | $28,000* | — |
| Wayland Baptist University | $53,038* | $47,490 | $25,000* | 0.47 |
| University of Phoenix-Texas | $47,987* | $44,185 | $46,989* | 0.98 |
| Texas A&M University-Central Texas | $45,976* | $33,511 | $24,750* | 0.54 |
| Texas Wesleyan University | $44,328* | $44,073 | $26,000* | 0.59 |
| Lamar University | $43,707* | $50,559 | $31,000* | 0.71 |
| National Median | $37,856* | — | $26,130* | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayland Baptist University Plainview | $23,186 | $53,038 | $25,000 |
| University of Phoenix-Texas Dallas | — | $47,987 | $46,989 |
| Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen | $6,627 | $45,976 | $24,750 |
| Texas Wesleyan University Fort Worth | $37,934 | $44,328 | $26,000 |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $8,690 | $43,707 | $31,000 |
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 Howard Payne University, approximately 42% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 47 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.