Criminal Justice and Corrections at Southwestern College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southwestern College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southwestern College graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections bachelors programs nationally.
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 Kansas
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern College | $60,820 | $51,197 | — | — |
| Central Christian College of Kansas | $55,453 | $62,469 | $36,076 | 0.65 |
| Fort Hays State University | $42,428 | $46,180 | $28,750 | 0.68 |
| Washburn University | $40,052 | $47,413 | $20,822 | 0.52 |
| Rasmussen University-Kansas | $39,317 | $38,902 | $42,037 | 1.07 |
| Wichita State University | $38,102 | $39,297 | $27,000 | 0.71 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Christian College of Kansas McPherson | $21,000 | $55,453 | $36,076 |
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $5,633 | $42,428 | $28,750 |
| Washburn University Topeka | $9,578 | $40,052 | $20,822 |
| Rasmussen University-Kansas Topeka | $15,340 | $39,317 | $42,037 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $9,322 | $38,102 | $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 Southwestern College, approximately 39% 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 26 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.