Criminal Justice and Corrections at University of Louisiana at Monroe
Master's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Louisiana
Criminal Justice and Corrections masters's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (8 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | $40,955* | $54,585 | — | — |
| Southern University at New Orleans | $46,179* | $48,289 | — | — |
| Grambling State University | $43,093* | $41,168 | — | — |
| McNeese State University | $40,955* | — | — | — |
| Southern University Law Center | $39,822* | — | — | — |
| Southern University and A & M College | $39,822* | $42,846 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,130* | — | — | — |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern University at New Orleans New Orleans | $7,490 | $46,179 | — |
| Grambling State University Grambling | $7,683 | $43,093 | — |
| McNeese State University Lake Charles | $8,460 | $40,955 | — |
| Southern University Law Center Baton Rouge | — | $39,822 | — |
| Southern University and A & M College Baton Rouge | $9,940 | $39,822 | — |
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 Louisiana at Monroe, approximately 33% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in LA. Actual outcomes may vary.