Criminal Justice and Corrections (Associate's Degree) at Remington College-North Houston Campus

Median Earnings (1yr)

$26,952

10th percentile

40th percentile in Texas

Median Debt

$22,119

55% above national median

Analysis

Remington College's criminal justice program saddles students with above-average debt while delivering below-average earnings—a combination that demands scrutiny. At $26,952 in first-year earnings, graduates earn about $4,000 less than the Texas median and rank in just the 10th percentile nationally. The $22,119 in debt is roughly 70% higher than what students typically borrow for this degree statewide, making this one of the more expensive associate's programs in the field.

The 40th percentile ranking within Texas tells a nuanced story: this program isn't the worst option in the state, but it's firmly in the bottom half. Compare this to what students at Dallas College or Lone Star College System earn—both exceed $37,000—and the gap becomes stark. Even after four years, when earnings climb to $31,462, graduates are barely reaching what typical first-year earners make elsewhere in Texas. With 93% of students receiving Pell grants, these outcomes disproportionately affect families with the least financial cushion.

The math is straightforward: paying above-average tuition for below-average earnings creates a tougher path to financial stability. Houston's robust community college system offers this same associate's degree with better earnings potential and lower debt. Unless Remington offers specific career connections or scheduling flexibility unavailable elsewhere, its premium price doesn't translate to premium outcomes.

Where Remington College-North Houston Campus Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all criminal justice and corrections associates's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Remington College-North Houston Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Remington College-North Houston Campus	$26,952	$31,462	+17%
Amarillo College	$35,952	$44,892	+25%
Blinn College District	$30,374	$40,580	+34%
Collin County Community College District	$28,066	$40,177	+43%
Northwest Vista College	$32,807	$39,605	+21%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Texas (63 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Remington College-North Houston CampusHouston	$20,001	$26,952	$31,462	$22,119	0.82
Central Texas CollegeKilleen	$3,150	$39,465	—	$10,521	0.27
Lone Star College SystemThe Woodlands	$3,090	$37,578	$37,056	$10,542	0.28
Dallas CollegeDallas	$2,370	$37,202	$38,906	$11,457	0.31
Austin Community College DistrictAustin	$2,550	$37,119	$38,669	$14,255	0.38
Amarillo CollegeAmarillo	$2,136	$35,952	$44,892	$16,624	0.46
National Median	—	$33,269	—	$14,230	0.43

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with criminal justice and corrections graduates

Financial Examiners

Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records.

$90,400/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Emergency Management Directors

Plan and direct disaster response or crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., hurricanes, floods, earthquakes), wartime, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies or hazardous materials spills) disasters or hostage situations.

$86,130/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Regulatory Affairs Specialists

Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Customs Brokers

Prepare customs documentation and ensure that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods. Determine and track duties and taxes payable and process payments on behalf of client. Sign documents under a power of attorney. Represent clients in meetings with customs officials and apply for duty refunds and tariff reclassifications. Coordinate transportation and storage of imported goods.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Detectives and Criminal Investigators

Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:

Police Identification and Records Officers

Collect evidence at crime scene, classify and identify fingerprints, and photograph evidence for use in criminal and civil cases.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:

Intelligence Analysts

Gather, analyze, or evaluate information from a variety of sources, such as law enforcement databases, surveillance, intelligence networks or geographic information systems. Use intelligence data to anticipate and prevent organized crime activities, such as terrorism.

$77,270/yrJobs growth:

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 Remington College-North Houston Campus, approximately 93% 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.