Criminal Justice and Corrections at Western Dakota Technical College
Rapid City, South Dakota • Associate's
Median Earnings
$45,499
Graduates earn above the national average for this program
Earnings Comparison
This School
$45,499
Criminal Justice and Corrections
National Average
$38,123
All schools, same program
School Average
$36,519
All programs at Western Dakota Technical College
Program Details
Associate's
Credential Level
30
Completers (IPEDS)
1,099
Schools Offering
Debt & ROI
$15,750
Median Debt
0.35
Debt-to-Earnings
(Favorable)
$131/mo
Est. Monthly Payment
$45,499
Median Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections at Other Schools
| School | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Red Rocks Community College | $81,831 | — |
| Colorado Mesa University | $68,554 | — |
| Golden West College | $67,154 | — |
| Oakland Community College | $62,425 | $12,972 |
| Community College of Baltimore County | $60,470 | $10,975 |
| Macomb Community College | $59,737 | — |
| Schoolcraft Community College District | $59,586 | $10,500 |
| Ferris State University | $58,930 | $18,357 |
| Normandale Community College | $58,719 | — |
| Prince George's Community College | $58,686 | — |
Other Programs at Western Dakota Technical College
| Program | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | $48,576 | $12,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $47,536 | $15,176 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections (current) | $45,499 | $15,750 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | $40,189 | $12,720 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $40,177 | $20,000 |
| Precision Metal Working | $40,032 | $12,000 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies | $38,609 | $12,483 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $37,675 | — |
| Precision Metal Working | $36,414 | $8,250 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | $34,470 | $14,750 |
About the Data
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023). Earnings are median earnings for graduates after completion. Debt figures represent the median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation.
Debt-to-earnings ratio compares cumulative debt to annual earnings. A ratio below 1.0 indicates that annual earnings exceed total debt, generally considered favorable. Estimated monthly payments assume a standard 10-year repayment plan.