Criminal Justice and Corrections at University of Houston-Downtown
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Houston-Downtown graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Houston-Downtown graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 83th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections masters 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 Texas
Criminal Justice and Corrections masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston-Downtown | $65,137 | $87,862 | — | — |
| Lamar University | $60,274 | $57,669 | — | — |
| Tarleton State University | $58,771 | $67,160 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | $58,143 | $61,781 | — | — |
| University of North Texas | $54,876 | — | — | — |
| Sam Houston State University | $51,544 | $76,474 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,130 | — | — | — |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar University Beaumont | $8,690 | $60,274 | — |
| Tarleton State University Stephenville | $7,878 | $58,771 | — |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $11,728 | $58,143 | — |
| University of North Texas Denton | $11,164 | $54,876 | — |
| Sam Houston State University Huntsville | $9,228 | $51,544 | — |
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 Houston-Downtown, approximately 52% 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.