Criminal Justice and Corrections at Sterling College
Bachelor's Degree
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling College | $39,317* | — | $27,000* | — |
| 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 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern College Winfield | $38,480 | $60,820 | — |
| 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 |
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 Sterling College, approximately 32% 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 9 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.