Criminal Justice and Corrections at Rust College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rust College | $35,540* | — | $27,000* | — |
| Strayer University-Mississippi | $43,405* | $50,636 | $56,937* | 1.31 |
| Mississippi College | $37,324* | $39,249 | $27,000* | 0.72 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | $36,315* | $31,967 | $21,125* | 0.58 |
| William Carey University | $35,540* | — | $24,729* | 0.70 |
| University of Mississippi | $31,875* | $46,284 | $22,171* | 0.70 |
| National Median | $37,856* | — | $26,130* | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Mississippi
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Mississippi schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strayer University-Mississippi Jackson | $13,920 | $43,405 | $56,937 |
| Mississippi College Clinton | $21,698 | $37,324 | $27,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi Hattiesburg | $9,618 | $36,315 | $21,125 |
| William Carey University Hattiesburg | $14,685 | $35,540 | $24,729 |
| University of Mississippi University | $9,412 | $31,875 | $22,171 |
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 Rust College, approximately 69% 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 7 similar programs in MS. Actual outcomes may vary.