Criminal Justice and Corrections at Trinidad State College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Trinidad State College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Trinidad State College graduates earn $42k, placing them in the 36th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections certificate programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Colorado
Criminal Justice and Corrections certificate's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinidad State College | $42,381 | — | — | — |
| Red Rocks Community College | $72,583 | $69,271 | $17,667 | 0.24 |
| Front Range Community College | $69,776 | — | $24,774 | 0.36 |
| Colorado Mountain College | $68,129 | $57,495 | $19,500 | 0.29 |
| Colorado Mesa University | $65,638 | — | $11,000 | 0.17 |
| Aims Community College | $57,841 | $61,239 | $9,062 | 0.16 |
| National Median | $48,388 | — | $13,355 | 0.28 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Rocks Community College Lakewood | $4,707 | $72,583 | $17,667 |
| Front Range Community College Westminster | $4,740 | $69,776 | $24,774 |
| Colorado Mountain College Glenwood Springs | $2,700 | $68,129 | $19,500 |
| Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction | $9,712 | $65,638 | $11,000 |
| Aims Community College Greeley | $2,090 | $57,841 | $9,062 |
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 Trinidad State College, approximately 41% 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.