Criminal Justice and Corrections at Samford University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samford University | $36,216* | — | $32,140* | — |
| Herzing University-Birmingham | $67,229* | $58,875 | $28,399* | 0.42 |
| Columbia Southern University | $60,461* | $60,062 | $30,204* | 0.50 |
| Faulkner University | $54,704* | $40,352 | $28,250* | 0.52 |
| Strayer University-Alabama | $43,405* | $50,636 | $56,937* | 1.31 |
| Troy University | $41,780* | $40,717 | $25,000* | 0.60 |
| National Median | $37,856* | — | $26,130* | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Alabama
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Alabama schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herzing University-Birmingham Birmingham | $13,420 | $67,229 | $28,399 |
| Columbia Southern University Orange Beach | $5,808 | $60,461 | $30,204 |
| Faulkner University Montgomery | $23,920 | $54,704 | $28,250 |
| Strayer University-Alabama Birmingham | $13,920 | $43,405 | $56,937 |
| Troy University Troy | $9,792 | $41,780 | $25,000 |
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 Samford University, approximately 11% 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 15 similar programs in AL. Actual outcomes may vary.