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Best Value Criminal Justice and Corrections Colleges in Arizona

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Arizona State University's criminal justice program delivers strong value at just $13,670 net cost while graduates earn $37,941 annually, the highest among the state's eight programs. Arizona's growing tech sector and major employers like Intel create unexpected opportunities for criminal justice graduates in corporate security and compliance roles. The earnings gap between ASU's $37,941 and Brookline College-Tucson's $31,205 shows how institutional choice impacts career outcomes in this field.
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Programs
$13,571 – $21,931
Net Price Range
$35,090
Avg. Program Earnings
49.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $13,670 $37,941 $12,051 67.8% 89.8%
2 $13,571 $36,887 $9,552 19.5%
3 $14,449 $32,711 $12,310 21.2%
4 $21,931 $36,704 $17,450 43.0% 77.9%
5 $20,788 $31,205 55.1%
6 $15,960 $13,626 65.9% 86.8%
7 $14,922 $12,652 56.9% 80.0%
8 $19,642 65.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Arizona State University the best value for criminal justice students?

ASU combines the lowest net cost at $13,670 with the highest graduate earnings at $37,941, creating superior return on investment. The program maintains a 67.80% graduation rate while accepting nearly 90% of applicants.

How do private colleges compare to public options for criminal justice in Arizona?

Private institutions like Grand Canyon University cost significantly more at $21,931 net price compared to public schools averaging around $14,850. However, private colleges show mixed results with graduation rates ranging from 19.50% at University of Phoenix to 65.50% at Brookline College-Tempe.

Is student debt a major concern for Arizona criminal justice graduates?

Debt levels vary dramatically from $20,151 at Arizona State University to $40,847 at University of Phoenix. ASU graduates carry half the debt burden while earning the highest salaries, making debt management more achievable.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.