Criminal Justice & Corrections at Capella University
If you plan to study Criminal Justice & Corrections, take a look at what Capella University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Capella University is in Minneapolis, MN.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 25 criminal justice & corrections degrees were awarded at Capella University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Capella University
Capella University operates as a distance-education institution, so Criminal Justice & Corrections coursework can be completed remotely.
Criminal Justice & Corrections Rankings at Capella University
Use these rankings to compare Capella University’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #25 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #30 of 30 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #81 of 108 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #106 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #924 of 1,206 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1048 of 1,205 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #25 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #30 of 30 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #81 of 108 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #106 of 109 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #924 of 1,206 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1048 of 1,205 |
Earnings for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates from Capella University
Graduates of Capella University’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,373 |
| 2 years | $53,904 |
| 3 years | $51,714 |
| 4 years | $63,324 |
| 5 years | $63,175 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates from Capella University take home a median $63,324, compared with $79,985 for all Capella University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates from Capella University comes in at $36,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at Capella University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at Capella University are 56% women (14) and 44% men (11).
Criminal Justice & Corrections Bachelor’s Program at Capella University
Among the 13 bachelor’s criminal justice & corrections degrees awarded at Capella University, 54% were women (7) and 46% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at Capella University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 46% of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at Capella University, lower than the national average of 52%.*
Criminal Justice & Corrections Doctoral Program at Capella University
Among the 12 doctoral criminal justice & corrections degrees awarded at Capella University, 58% were women (7) and 42% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections doctoral degree recipients at Capella University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
Minority students account for 58% of Criminal Justice & Corrections doctoral degree recipients at Capella University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Criminal Justice & Corrections Concentrations at Capella University
The Criminal Justice & Corrections program at Capella University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice Studies | 25 |
Top-Paying Careers for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates
Students who finish Criminal Justice & Corrections program at Capella University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Coroners | $110,095 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | $91,449 |
| Regulatory Affairs Specialists | $85,399 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.