Criminal Justice and Corrections at Jefferson College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Jefferson College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Jefferson College graduates earn $62k, placing them in the 80th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Criminal Justice and Corrections certificate's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson College | $61,641 | — | $7,919* | — |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City | $48,137 | $44,636 | $4,821* | 0.10 |
| Mineral Area College | $45,217 | $42,115 | $9,500* | 0.21 |
| Moberly Area Community College | $41,286 | $37,639 | $6,337* | 0.15 |
| Drury University | $41,277 | — | $8,265* | 0.20 |
| Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies | $41,277 | — | $8,265* | 0.20 |
| National Median | $48,388 | — | $13,355* | 0.28 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City | $3,630 | $48,137 | $4,821 |
| Mineral Area College Park Hills | $5,180 | $45,217 | $9,500 |
| Moberly Area Community College Moberly | $4,020 | $41,286 | $6,337 |
| Drury University Springfield | $35,235 | $41,277 | $8,265 |
| Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies Springfield | $8,044 | $41,277 | $8,265 |
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 Jefferson 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 14 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.