Criminal Justice and Corrections at University of Phoenix-Hawaii

This University of Phoenix-Hawaii Criminal Justice program delivers exceptional earning power—graduates earn $48,000 in their first year, ranking in the 95th percentile nationally and 80th percentile in Hawaii. That's $10,000+ above the national median and $11,000+ above Hawaii's median for this field. Among Hawaii's limited options, it significantly outperforms competitors like Chaminade ($35,300) and Hawaii Pacific ($29,193).

However, this premium performance comes with premium debt. At $47,000, graduates carry nearly double the typical debt load for this program nationally ($26,130) and in Hawaii ($27,000). The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.98 means students borrow nearly a full year's salary, though the high starting salaries help offset this concern compared to programs with similar debt but lower earnings.

The concerning red flag is the 8% earnings decline from year one to year four—most graduates see their income drop to $44,185 by their fourth year out. This unusual pattern suggests either temporary premium employment opportunities that don't last, or potential data anomalies worth investigating further.

**Bottom line**: If your child can handle the debt load, this program offers genuine earning advantages in a competitive Hawaii job market. Just be prepared for potentially declining income after the strong start, and ensure they have a clear career plan to maximize that initial earning power.