Criminal Justice and Corrections at Strayer University-Global Region

Strayer's Criminal Justice program commands a significant premium—nearly double the typical debt load for this field—but the earnings results suggest it may be worth the investment. Graduates earn $43,405 in their first year, placing this program in the 81st percentile nationally and making it competitive with much more expensive private universities in DC like George Washington ($51,256) and Trinity Washington ($47,385).

The debt picture requires careful consideration. At $56,937, graduates carry more than twice the national average debt for criminal justice programs ($26,130), though this reflects Strayer's for-profit model and the program's appeal to working adults who often rely heavily on loans. The 1.31 debt-to-earnings ratio is manageable—graduates typically earn enough to handle loan payments—and earnings growth of 17% over four years shows positive trajectory.

Within DC's limited criminal justice landscape, this program holds the middle ground among six options, matching the state median exactly. For families seeking a criminal justice degree with strong earning potential, Strayer delivers results that justify the higher cost, especially compared to more prestigious programs like Howard University ($27,801) that produce significantly lower earnings. The investment pays off if your child can handle the debt load and values the flexibility of Strayer's adult-focused format.