Criminal Justice and Corrections at Morton College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Morton College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Morton College graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 36th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections associates 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 Illinois
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (48 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton College | $31,143 | $43,552 | $12,000* | — |
| Rasmussen University-Illinois | $47,447 | $45,519 | $24,408* | 0.51 |
| William Rainey Harper College | $38,474 | — | —* | — |
| Lewis and Clark Community College | $31,763 | $47,969 | $9,120* | 0.29 |
| College of DuPage | $28,749 | — | $7,521* | 0.26 |
| Generations College | $28,031 | — | $22,366* | 0.80 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230* | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University-Illinois Rockford | $13,546 | $47,447 | $24,408 |
| William Rainey Harper College Palatine | $3,822 | $38,474 | — |
| Lewis and Clark Community College Godfrey | $3,552 | $31,763 | $9,120 |
| College of DuPage Glen Ellyn | $4,320 | $28,749 | $7,521 |
| Generations College Chicago | $12,700 | $28,031 | $22,366 |
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 Morton College, approximately 35% 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.