Criminal Justice and Corrections at University of Hawaii at Hilo
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Hawaii at Hilo graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Hawaii at Hilo graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 54th 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 Hawaii
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Hawaii (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii at Hilo | $38,528 | $37,577 | — | — |
| University of Phoenix-Hawaii | $47,987 | $44,185 | $46,989 | 0.98 |
| Chaminade University of Honolulu | $35,300 | $47,849 | $23,648 | 0.67 |
| Hawaii Pacific University | $29,193 | $44,930 | $27,000 | 0.92 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Hawaii
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Hawaii schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Phoenix-Hawaii Kapolei | — | $47,987 | $46,989 |
| Chaminade University of Honolulu Honolulu | $29,970 | $35,300 | $23,648 |
| Hawaii Pacific University Honolulu | $33,020 | $29,193 | $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 University of Hawaii at Hilo, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.