Criminal Justice and Corrections at South College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How South College graduates compare to all programs nationally
South College graduates earn $24k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections associates programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South College | $24,095 | — | — | — |
| Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga | $30,539 | $30,411 | $29,517 | 0.97 |
| Remington College-Memphis Campus | $26,952 | $31,462 | $22,119 | 0.82 |
| Remington College-Nashville Campus | $26,952 | $31,462 | $22,119 | 0.82 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller-Motte College-Chattanooga Chattanooga | — | $30,539 | $29,517 |
| Remington College-Memphis Campus Memphis | $20,047 | $26,952 | $22,119 |
| Remington College-Nashville Campus Nashville | $21,230 | $26,952 | $22,119 |
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 South College, approximately 50% 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 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.