Criminal Justice and Corrections at Western Technical College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Earnings Distribution
How Western Technical College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Western Technical College graduates earn $59k, placing them in the 75th percentile of all criminal justice and corrections certificate 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 Wisconsin
Criminal Justice and Corrections certificate's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Technical College | $59,276 | $52,254 | $18,750* | — |
| Gateway Technical College | $73,818 | $73,034 | $18,750* | 0.25 |
| Waukesha County Technical College | $69,115 | — | $19,500* | 0.28 |
| Blackhawk Technical College | $68,669 | — | $19,381* | 0.28 |
| Fox Valley Technical College | $64,741 | — | $22,250* | 0.34 |
| Chippewa Valley Technical College | $60,737 | $55,746 | $15,335* | 0.25 |
| National Median | $48,388 | — | $13,355* | 0.28 |
Other Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Technical College Kenosha | $4,853 | $73,818 | $18,750 |
| Waukesha County Technical College Pewaukee | $4,720 | $69,115 | $19,500 |
| Blackhawk Technical College Janesville | $4,170 | $68,669 | $19,381 |
| Fox Valley Technical College Appleton | $4,916 | $64,741 | $22,250 |
| Chippewa Valley Technical College Eau Claire | $4,724 | $60,737 | $15,335 |
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 Western Technical College, approximately 32% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.