Criminal Justice and Corrections at Northwestern Michigan College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northwestern Michigan College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northwestern Michigan College graduates earn $53k, placing them in the 95th 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 Michigan
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Michigan College | $52,976 | $40,135 | — | — |
| Oakland Community College | $51,827 | $62,425 | $13,506 | 0.26 |
| Schoolcraft Community College District | $49,224 | $59,586 | $11,868 | 0.24 |
| Ferris State University | $48,203 | $58,930 | $18,500 | 0.38 |
| Grand Rapids Community College | $48,049 | $39,367 | $12,101 | 0.25 |
| Delta College | $44,637 | $42,332 | $9,784 | 0.22 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Community College Auburn Hills | $3,020 | $51,827 | $13,506 |
| Schoolcraft Community College District Livonia | $4,448 | $49,224 | $11,868 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $13,630 | $48,203 | $18,500 |
| Grand Rapids Community College Grand Rapids | $4,059 | $48,049 | $12,101 |
| Delta College University Center | $4,640 | $44,637 | $9,784 |
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 Northwestern Michigan College, approximately 28% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.