Criminal Justice and Corrections at West Virginia State University
Institute, WV · Bachelor's Degree · about 25 graduates a year
West Virginia State University graduates in criminal justice and corrections earn 10% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 45% of one year’s pay at that point.
How West Virginia State University Compares for Criminal Justice and Corrections
All 660 colleges reporting criminal justice and corrections 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 | Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, IN | $106,465 | $114,217 | #1 | $55,587 |
| 2 | University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, NH | $81,768 | $75,316 | #11 | — |
| 3 | University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online Manchester, NH | $81,768 | $75,316 | #12 | — |
| 4 | National University San Diego, CA | $81,299 | $73,977 | #16 | $64,143 |
| 5 | Fisher College Boston, MA | $80,136 | $70,568 | #28 | $45,695 |
| 6 | George Washington University Washington, DC | $80,070 | $70,162 | #32 | $51,256 |
| 7 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona, MN | $79,464 | $75,905 | #10 | $64,894 |
| 8 | Quinnipiac University Hamden, CT | $79,098 | $71,213 | #26 | $41,989 |
| 9 | Trinity Christian College Palos Heights, IL | $78,165 | $76,797 | #7 | — |
| 10 | Northeastern University Boston, MA | $77,477 | $68,227 | #39 | $51,363 |
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| 484 | Peru State College Peru, NE | $50,150 | $51,832 | #468 | $38,953 |
| 485 | Monroe College Bronx, NY | $50,142 | $47,725 | #589 | $32,695 |
| 486 | Lees-McRae College Banner Elk, NC | $50,085 | $53,748 | #404 | $39,811 |
| 487 | West Virginia State University Institute, WV | $50,063 | $59,227 | #183 | $39,056 |
| 488 | Mitchell College New London, CT | $50,035 | $45,047 | #625 | $32,782 |
| 489 | American International College Springfield, MA | $50,021 | $44,049 | #632 | $37,408 |
| 490 | The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX | $49,979 | $50,814 | #509 | $32,899 |
Other Majors at West Virginia State University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $50,169 | $43,709 | #1083 of 1176 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $47,026 | $41,319 | #353 of 476 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $46,622 | — | #506 of 610 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $43,924 | $42,197 | #533 of 680 |
| Psychology | $42,434 | $28,185 | #891 of 1027 |
| Social Work | $41,571 | $30,060 | #406 of 420 |
| English Language and Literature | $40,303 | — | #498 of 576 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $37,866 | $26,351 | #643 of 660 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $22,764 | — | #423 of 423 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do West Virginia State University criminal justice and corrections graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $39,056 one year after graduating and $50,063 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does West Virginia State University rank for criminal justice and corrections?
Among 660 colleges reporting earnings for criminal justice and corrections graduates, West Virginia State University ranks #487 by median pay four years after graduation, and #183 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is criminal justice and corrections at West Virginia State University worth it?
Its graduates earn 10% less than the national median for criminal justice and corrections ($55,378), and the median federal debt at graduation is $22,532.
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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.