Criminal Justice & Corrections at Western Oregon University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Criminal Justice & Corrections, consider the program at Western Oregon University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Oregon University is in Monmouth, OR.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 73 criminal justice & corrections degrees were awarded at Western Oregon University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Oregon University
Online coursework is an option at Western Oregon University. Of 3,722 students, 818 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,884 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Criminal Justice & Corrections Rankings at Western Oregon University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Oregon University’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #6 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #29 of 152 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #124 of 152 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #178 of 1,205 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #858 of 1,206 |
Earnings for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates from Western Oregon University
Graduates of Western Oregon University’s Criminal Justice & Corrections program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,943 |
| 2 years | $38,529 |
| 3 years | $45,374 |
| 4 years | $51,212 |
| 5 years | $56,961 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates from Western Oregon University report median earnings of $51,212, compared with $46,183 for all Western Oregon University graduates — about 11% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates from Western Oregon University is $24,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at Western Oregon University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Criminal Justice & Corrections graduates at Western Oregon University are 70% women (51) and 30% men (22).
Criminal Justice & Corrections Bachelor’s Program at Western Oregon University
Among the 63 bachelor’s criminal justice & corrections degrees awarded at Western Oregon University, 65% were women (41) and 35% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Oregon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Criminal Justice & Corrections bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Oregon University, below the national average of 52%.*
Criminal Justice & Corrections Master’s Program at Western Oregon University
Among the 7 master’s criminal justice & corrections graduates at Western Oregon University, 100% were women (7) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminal Justice & Corrections master’s degree recipients at Western Oregon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Criminal Justice & Corrections master’s degree recipients at Western Oregon University, below the national average of 47%.*
*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 Western Oregon University
This Criminal Justice & Corrections program at Western Oregon University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Juvenile Corrections | 3 |
| Corrections Administration | 70 |
Top-Paying Careers for Criminal Justice & Corrections Graduates
Those who complete Criminal Justice & Corrections program at Western Oregon University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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.