Criminal Justice and Corrections at Ridgewater College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Ridgewater College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Ridgewater College graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgewater College | $49,040 | — | — | — |
| Minnesota North College | $54,328 | $55,111 | — | — |
| Century College | $54,174 | $50,245 | $19,366 | 0.36 |
| North Hennepin Community College | $53,797 | $43,882 | $30,250 | 0.56 |
| Inver Hills Community College | $52,724 | $43,593 | $23,690 | 0.45 |
| Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College | $51,144 | $44,911 | $15,665 | 0.31 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota North College Hibbing | $6,004 | $54,328 | — |
| Century College White Bear Lake | $6,182 | $54,174 | $19,366 |
| North Hennepin Community College Brooklyn Park | $5,050 | $53,797 | $30,250 |
| Inver Hills Community College Inver Grove Heights | $6,007 | $52,724 | $23,690 |
| Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet | $5,999 | $51,144 | $15,665 |
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 Ridgewater College, approximately 34% 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 20 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.