Criminal Justice and Corrections at Minnesota State College Southeast
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 Minnesota
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State College Southeast | — | $28,849 | — | — |
| Minnesota North College | $54,328 | $55,111 | — | — |
| Century College | $54,174 | $50,245 | $19,366 | 0.36 |
| North Hennepin Community College | $53,797 | $43,882 | $30,250 | 0.56 |
| Inver Hills Community College | $52,724 | $43,593 | $23,690 | 0.45 |
| Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College | $51,144 | $44,911 | $15,665 | 0.31 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota North College Hibbing | $6,004 | $54,328 | — |
| Century College White Bear Lake | $6,182 | $54,174 | $19,366 |
| North Hennepin Community College Brooklyn Park | $5,050 | $53,797 | $30,250 |
| Inver Hills Community College Inver Grove Heights | $6,007 | $52,724 | $23,690 |
| Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet | $5,999 | $51,144 | $15,665 |
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 Minnesota State College Southeast, 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.