Criminology at Lebanon Valley College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lebanon Valley College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lebanon Valley College graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 61th percentile of all criminology bachelors programs nationally.
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 Pennsylvania
Criminology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lebanon Valley College | $38,828 | $63,773 | — | — |
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia | $43,283 | $66,640 | $25,000 | 0.58 |
| Lycoming College | $40,646 | $44,439 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| Drexel University | $40,229 | — | $27,000 | 0.67 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus | $37,911 | $46,880 | $27,000 | 0.71 |
| Saint Vincent College | $37,563 | $50,717 | $27,000 | 0.72 |
| National Median | $37,476 | — | $25,000 | 0.67 |
Other Criminology Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia | $51,340 | $43,283 | $25,000 |
| Lycoming College Williamsport | $47,675 | $40,646 | $27,000 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,663 | $40,229 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana | $11,380 | $37,911 | $27,000 |
| Saint Vincent College Latrobe | $41,100 | $37,563 | $27,000 |
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 Lebanon Valley College, approximately 22% 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.