Criminal Justice and Corrections at Saint Ambrose University
Bachelor's Degree
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 Iowa
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Ambrose University | — | $62,278 | — | — |
| Loras College | $47,413 | — | $27,000 | 0.57 |
| University of Dubuque | $46,307 | $55,013 | $27,000 | 0.58 |
| Grand View University | $45,175 | $52,195 | $26,485 | 0.59 |
| University of Northern Iowa | $43,748 | — | $19,500 | 0.45 |
| Simpson College | $42,862 | $49,733 | $27,000 | 0.63 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loras College Dubuque | $38,298 | $47,413 | $27,000 |
| University of Dubuque Dubuque | $40,065 | $46,307 | $27,000 |
| Grand View University Des Moines | $33,450 | $45,175 | $26,485 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $9,728 | $43,748 | $19,500 |
| Simpson College Indianola | $46,212 | $42,862 | $27,000 |
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 Saint Ambrose University, 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.