Criminal Justice and Corrections at Metropolitan State University
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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 Minnesota
Criminal Justice and Corrections certificate's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University | — | $69,532 | $33,000 | — |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota | $67,135 | $62,028 | $25,686 | 0.38 |
| Minnesota North College | $59,186 | — | $25,125 | 0.42 |
| Hennepin Technical College | $56,699 | $64,280 | $19,854 | 0.35 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | $54,355 | $61,930 | $18,799 | 0.35 |
| National Median | $48,388 | — | $13,355 | 0.28 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud | $10,899 | $67,135 | $25,686 |
| Minnesota North College Hibbing | $6,004 | $59,186 | $25,125 |
| Hennepin Technical College Brooklyn Park | $5,881 | $56,699 | $19,854 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College Alexandria | $6,213 | $54,355 | $18,799 |
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 Metropolitan State University, approximately 44% 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.