Program Analysis
Graduates of Liberty University's Criminal Justice and Corrections program earn $48,855/yr in their first year — 27% above the $38,544 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.
At 6.2x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 36% task exposure — and the 8% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $25,000 debt-to-$48,855 income ratio translates to about 6 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #199 out of 629 programs, Liberty University's Criminal Justice and Corrections offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth is modest: $48,855 to $58,274 over five years (19% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.