Criminal Justice and Corrections at J Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Associate'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 Virginia
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | — | $38,837 | — | — |
| Liberty University | $43,287 | $44,235 | $28,917 | 0.67 |
| Wytheville Community College | $38,907 | $35,937 | — | — |
| Brightpoint Community College | $34,171 | — | — | — |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach | $32,211 | $32,602 | $22,960 | 0.71 |
| Tidewater Community College | $26,013 | $39,393 | $14,795 | 0.57 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $21,222 | $43,287 | $28,917 |
| Wytheville Community College Wytheville | $4,863 | $38,907 | — |
| Brightpoint Community College Chester | $4,938 | $34,171 | — |
| Bryant & Stratton College-Virginia Beach Virginia Beach | $18,457 | $32,211 | $22,960 |
| Tidewater Community College Norfolk | $5,714 | $26,013 | $14,795 |
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 J Sargeant Reynolds Community College, approximately 30% 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.