Criminal Justice and Corrections at National American University-Rapid City
Associate's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in South Dakota
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in South Dakota (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| National American University-Rapid City | $41,230* | $34,593 | $34,769 | — |
| Southeast Technical College | $49,560* | $45,243 | $12,000 | 0.24 |
| Lake Area Technical College | $41,230* | — | $12,000 | 0.29 |
| Western Dakota Technical College | $27,459* | $45,499 | $17,999 | 0.66 |
| National Median | $33,269* | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in South Dakota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Dakota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Technical College Sioux Falls | $7,650 | $49,560 | $12,000 |
| Lake Area Technical College Watertown | $6,718 | $41,230 | $12,000 |
| Western Dakota Technical College Rapid City | $8,008 | $27,459 | $17,999 |
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 National American University-Rapid City, approximately 57% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in SD. Actual outcomes may vary.