Criminal Justice and Corrections at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates earn $42k, placing them in the 75th 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 Nebraska
Criminal Justice and Corrections bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Nebraska (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | $42,139 | $48,456 | — | — |
| Wayne State College | $41,869 | $43,228 | $25,000 | 0.60 |
| Midland University | $41,149 | $42,635 | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| University of Nebraska at Kearney | $40,128 | $43,670 | $19,250 | 0.48 |
| Peru State College | $38,953 | $47,968 | $27,367 | 0.70 |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha | $38,756 | $47,529 | $22,561 | 0.58 |
| National Median | $37,856 | — | $26,130 | 0.69 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Nebraska
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Nebraska schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne State College Wayne | $7,970 | $41,869 | $25,000 |
| Midland University Fremont | $40,270 | $41,149 | $27,000 |
| University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney | $8,302 | $40,128 | $19,250 |
| Peru State College Peru | $8,280 | $38,953 | $27,367 |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha | $8,370 | $38,756 | $22,561 |
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 Nebraska-Lincoln, approximately 22% 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.