Criminal Justice and Corrections at North Park University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How North Park University graduates compare to all programs nationally
North Park University graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 82th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections 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 Illinois
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Park University | $43,519 | $48,806 | — | — |
| Benedictine University | $46,020 | — | $25,979 | 0.56 |
| Aurora University | $44,150 | $58,259 | $23,635 | 0.54 |
| University of St Francis | $43,793 | $43,109 | — | — |
| DeVry University-Illinois | $43,091 | $46,188 | $54,985 | 1.28 |
| Governors State University | $42,456 | $51,833 | $22,889 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benedictine University Lisle | $34,290 | $46,020 | $25,979 |
| Aurora University Aurora | $28,220 | $44,150 | $23,635 |
| University of St Francis Joliet | $37,000 | $43,793 | — |
| DeVry University-Illinois Lisle | $17,488 | $43,091 | $54,985 |
| Governors State University University Park | $11,320 | $42,456 | $22,889 |
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 North Park University, approximately 43% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.