Location: Sanford, FL•In-State Tuition: $3,227•Out-of-State Tuition: $11,447
Median Earnings (1yr)
$36,589
66th percentile
60th percentile in Florida
Median Debt
$12,942
9% below national median
D/E Ratio: 0.35 ManageableSample: 16 graduates Limited data

Analysis

Seminole State's criminal justice program graduates earn about $7,000 more than typical Florida graduates in this field—a meaningful advantage that puts them at the 60th percentile statewide. While these earnings trail the top program (Rasmussen's $47K), they solidly outpace most competitors, including larger institutions like Valencia College and Keiser University. The debt load of $12,942 is notably lower than the Florida median of $16K, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.35.

The earnings trajectory looks promising, with graduates seeing 12% income growth by year four to reach $40,823. This steady climb suggests the associate's degree opens doors to positions with advancement potential, whether in law enforcement, corrections, or related fields. The program's relatively low cost-to-benefit profile makes it particularly attractive for students concerned about debt burden while building toward a career in public safety.

The major caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes may vary more than at larger programs. That said, the combination of above-average earnings, below-average debt, and positive growth trajectory suggests Seminole State is effectively preparing graduates for Florida's criminal justice job market without saddling them with excessive debt in the process.

Where Seminole State College of Florida Stands

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

Seminole State College of FloridaOther criminal justice and corrections programs

Dashed lines show national medians. Upper-left = best value.

Earnings Distribution

How Seminole State College of Florida graduates compare to all programs nationally

Seminole State College of Florida earns $37k — 66th percentile among criminal justice and corrections associates programs.

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
Seminole State College of Florida$36,589$40,823+12%
Saint Leo University$37,236$58,008+56%
Rasmussen University-Florida$47,447$45,519-4%
Hillsborough Community College$33,013$42,887+30%
Broward College$34,607$42,747+24%

Compare to Similar Programs in Florida

Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Florida (42 total in state)

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Seminole State College of FloridaSanford$3,227$36,589$40,823$12,9420.35
Rasmussen University-FloridaOcala$15,117$47,447$45,519$24,4080.51
Saint Leo UniversitySaint Leo$28,360$37,236$58,008$30,4520.82
Broward CollegeFort Lauderdale$2,830$34,607$42,747$10,7240.31
Keiser University-Ft LauderdaleFort Lauderdale$24,136$33,292$39,583$25,3660.76
Valencia CollegeOrlando$2,474$33,246$31,012$10,5000.32
National Median—$33,269—$14,2300.43

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 Seminole State College of Florida, approximately 27% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 24 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.