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 Idaho

Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Idaho (6 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Idaho State University$44,060
College of Southern Idaho$30,479$40,750$11,1300.37
College of Western Idaho$28,234$36,599$9,2610.33
National Median$33,269$14,2300.43

Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Idaho

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Idaho schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
College of Southern Idaho
Twin Falls
$3,360$30,479$11,130
College of Western Idaho
Nampa
$3,336$28,234$9,261

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 Idaho State University, approximately 27% 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.