Criminal Justice and Corrections at Tri-County Technical College
Associate's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Tri-County Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Tri-County Technical College graduates earn $36k, placing them in the 62th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections associates 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 South Carolina
Criminal Justice and Corrections associates's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tri-County Technical College | $35,726 | $37,068 | — | — |
| York Technical College | $44,401 | $44,935 | $8,500 | 0.19 |
| Greenville Technical College | $33,307 | $34,445 | $15,475 | 0.46 |
| Piedmont Technical College | $32,721 | $34,909 | $20,650 | 0.63 |
| Horry-Georgetown Technical College | $30,840 | $30,447 | $15,500 | 0.50 |
| Miller-Motte College-Charleston | $30,539 | $30,411 | $29,517 | 0.97 |
| National Median | $33,269 | — | $14,230 | 0.43 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| York Technical College Rock Hill | $5,512 | $44,401 | $8,500 |
| Greenville Technical College Greenville | $5,639 | $33,307 | $15,475 |
| Piedmont Technical College Greenwood | $4,775 | $32,721 | $20,650 |
| Horry-Georgetown Technical College Conway | $4,468 | $30,840 | $15,500 |
| Miller-Motte College-Charleston Charleston | — | $30,539 | $29,517 |
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 Tri-County Technical College, approximately 40% 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.