Criminology at Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MO · Master's Degree · about 11 graduates a year
Lindenwood University graduates in criminology earn 3% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 47% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Lindenwood University Compares for Criminology
All 15 colleges reporting criminology earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lasell University Newton, MA | $115,809 | $101,982 | #1 | $137,372 |
| 2 | University of California-Irvine Irvine, CA | $83,175 | $75,684 | #3 | $61,062 |
| 3 | St. John's University-New York Queens, NY | $83,065 | $79,061 | #2 | $35,868 |
| 4 | University at Albany Albany, NY | $71,183 | $67,751 | #9 | $52,515 |
| 5 | Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OH | $70,674 | $75,420 | #4 | $57,019 |
| 6 | Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia, PA | $70,474 | $71,673 | #6 | $54,585 |
| 7 | Tiffin University Tiffin, OH | $69,203 | $73,850 | #5 | $52,914 |
| 8 | San Diego State University San Diego, CA | $67,163 | $61,114 | #12 | — |
| 9 | Lindenwood University Saint Charles, MO | $65,342 | $70,060 | #7 | $47,448 |
| 10 | Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield, MO | $65,307 | $70,023 | #8 | $41,747 |
| 11 | Regis University Denver, CO | $63,202 | $59,106 | #14 | $48,522 |
| 12 | Saint Vincent College Latrobe, PA | $61,908 | $62,961 | #11 | $42,613 |
Other Majors at Lindenwood University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $128,910 | $99,320 | #23 of 72 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $93,500 | $60,457 | #442 of 861 |
| Business/Commerce | $85,320 | $70,744 | #59 of 75 |
| Public Administration | $73,408 | — | #150 of 243 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $73,376 | $65,415 | #163 of 211 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $69,013 | $56,166 | #129 of 159 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $65,942 | $59,112 | #38 of 61 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $60,992 | $56,609 | #372 of 453 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $57,933 | $43,878 | #127 of 204 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $55,199 | $47,206 | #234 of 280 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | $53,095 | $48,018 | #49 of 75 |
| Education | $52,377 | $47,065 | #30 of 32 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | — | $49,605 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $46,956 | $42,568 | #367 of 380 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Lindenwood University criminology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $47,448 one year after graduating and $65,342 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Lindenwood University rank for criminology?
Among 15 colleges reporting earnings for criminology graduates, Lindenwood University ranks #9 by median pay four years after graduation, and #7 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is criminology at Lindenwood University worth it?
Its graduates earn 3% less than the national median for criminology ($67,647), and the median federal debt at graduation is $30,672.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.