Criminal Justice and Corrections at Southern University Law Center
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern University Law Center graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern University Law Center graduates earn $40k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Criminal Justice and Corrections masters's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University Law Center | $39,822 | — | — | — |
| Southern University at New Orleans | $46,179 | $48,289 | — | — |
| Grambling State University | $43,093 | $41,168 | — | — |
| McNeese State University | $40,955 | — | — | — |
| Southern University and A & M College | $39,822 | $42,846 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,130 | — | — | — |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans | $7,490 | $46,179 | — |
| Grambling State University Grambling | $7,683 | $43,093 | — |
| McNeese State University Lake Charles | $8,460 | $40,955 | — |
| Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge | $9,940 | $39,822 | — |
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). 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.