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#1 #1 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Langston University Langston, OK Each year, Langston University awards around 43 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Corrections, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,589 Median Starting Salary $48,377
#2 #2 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Baker College Owosso, MI Each year, Baker College grants about 219 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 960–1,170 Est. Net Price * $14,743 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#3 #3 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Glenville State University Glenville, WV Each year, Glenville State University grants about 28 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 870–1,090 Est. Net Price * $16,745 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#4 #4 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Lake Superior State University Sault Ste Marie, MI At Lake Superior State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, and Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $14,345 Median Starting Salary $51,918
#5 #5 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario Ontario, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Ontario, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Electrician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 22 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $25,444 Median Starting Salary $0
#6 #6 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula Temecula, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Temecula, the three most popular college majors students study are Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Surgical Technology/Technologist, and Electrician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $26,208 Median Starting Salary $0
#7 #7 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster Lancaster, CA Annually, San Joaquin Valley College-Lancaster grants around 7 degrees to students majoring in Corrections, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $23,764 Median Starting Salary $0
#8 #8 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia Visalia, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Visalia, only three majors are offered: Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, and Dental......view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 21 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $28,857 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#9 #9 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto Salida, CA Annually, San Joaquin Valley College-Modesto grants about 16 degrees to students majoring in Electrician, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Medical/Clinical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, and Corrections....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $23,809 Median Starting Salary $0
#10 #10 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. North Central State College Mansfield, OH At North Central State College, only one major is offered: Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $3,763 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#11 #11 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Holmes Community College Goodman, MS Annually, Holmes Community College grants about 128 degrees to those majoring in Pre-Nursing Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Business/Commerce, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 33 SAT Score 850–1,080 Est. Net Price * $7,079 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#12 #12 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia Hesperia, CA Every year, San Joaquin Valley College-Hesperia grants about 8 degrees to those studying Medical Office Assistant/Specialist, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Medical/Clinical Assistant, Corrections, and General Office Occupations and Clerical Services....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $23,538 Median Starting Salary $0
#13 #13 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria Santa Maria, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Santa Maria, the most popular majors students study are Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Medical/Clinical Assistant, and Corrections....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $20,501 Median Starting Salary $0
#14 #14 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Solano Community College Fairfield, CA At Solano Community College, only one major is offered: Biomedical Technology/Technician. Usually, 28 students are awarded a degree in Biomedical Technology/Technician every year. view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,317 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#15 #15 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Imperial Valley College Imperial, CA At Imperial Valley College, only one major is offered: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $2,730 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#16 #16 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City Kansas City, MO Every year, Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City grants about 1244 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,711 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#17 #17 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Moraine Park Technical College Fond du Lac, WI At Moraine Park Technical College, only one major is offered: Tool and Die Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,074 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#18 #18 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Antonio College San Antonio, TX Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 15 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,832 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#19 #19 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Mid-State Technical College Wisconsin Rapids, WI At Mid-State Technical College, only three majors are offered: Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, and Automobile/Automotive......view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,303 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#20 #20 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Austin Community College District Austin, TX At Austin Community College District, only two majors are offered: Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer Programming/Programmer, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $3,502 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#21 #21 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Carrington College-San Jose San Jose, CA At Carrington College-San Jose, the three most popular college majors students study are Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, Dental Assisting/Assistant, and Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $30,542 Median Starting Salary $0
#22 #22 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Washington State Community College Marietta, OH Every year, Washington State Community College awards around 53 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,758 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#23 #23 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus Gallup, NM At the University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus, the most popular majors students study are General Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,750 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#24 #24 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno Fresno, CA Annually, San Joaquin Valley College-Fresno awards about 22 degrees to students studying Surgical Technology/Technologist, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $23,277 Median Starting Salary $0
#25 #25 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus Los Lunas, NM Every year, the University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus awards about 28 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,034 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#26 #26 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Delta College University Center, MI Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,977 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#27 #27 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Carrington College-Sacramento Sacramento, CA At Carrington College-Sacramento, the three most popular college majors students study are Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Dental Assisting/Assistant....view more Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $36,520 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#28 #28 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Carrington College-Stockton Stockton, CA At Carrington College-Stockton, only two majors are offered: Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and Corrections....view more Acceptance Rate 68% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $30,712 Median Starting Salary $0
#29 #29 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. West Hills College-Lemoore Lemoore, CA Annually, West Hills College-Lemoore grants around 200 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,537 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#30 #30 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Pennsylvania Highlands Community College Johnstown, PA At Pennsylvania Highlands Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Business/Commerce, General, Computer and Information Sciences, and General. In fact, Pennsylvania Highlands Community College grants 88 degrees annually to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,790 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#31 #31 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. College of the Sequoias Visalia, CA Annually, the College of the Sequoias grants around 590 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 8 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $1,398 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#32 #32 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Nicolet Area Technical College Rhinelander, WI Annually, Nicolet Area Technical College awards around 52 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,939 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#33 #33 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Carrington College-San Leandro Campus San Leandro, CA At Carrington College-San Leandro Campus, only two majors are offered: Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and Corrections....view more Acceptance Rate 92% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $32,454 Median Starting Salary $0
#34 #34 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Jackson College Jackson, MI At Jackson College, only one major is offered: Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,361 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#35 #35 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. SUNY Broome Community College Binghamton, NY At SUNY Broome Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, SUNY Broome Community College grants 121 degrees every year to General Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 7 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,808 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#36 #36 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield Bakersfield, CA At San Joaquin Valley College-Bakersfield, only one major is offered: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $21,599 Median Starting Salary $0
#37 #37 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. West Hills College-Coalinga Coalinga, CA Every year, West Hills College-Coalinga grants about 193 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,231 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#38 #38 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR At Chemeketa Community College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, and Education/Teaching of Individuals with Speech or Language Impairments....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,455 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#39 #39 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Cabrillo College Aptos, CA Every year, Cabrillo College awards about 717 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $18,463 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#40 #40 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Perkinston, MS At Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, the most popular majors students study are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, Education, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,638 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#41 #41 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Chaffey College Rancho Cucamonga, CA At Chaffey College, only two majors are offered: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, and Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,901 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#42 #42 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Bay Mills Community College Brimley, MI At Bay Mills Community College, only one major is offered: Early Childhood Education and Teaching....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,698 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#43 #43 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Clark State College Springfield, OH At Clark State College, only two majors are offered: Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design, and Engineering/Industrial Management....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,329 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#44 #44 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Rio Salado College Tempe, AZ Annually, Rio Salado College grants around 265 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include General Studies, Criminal Justice/Police Science, and Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,003 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#45 #45 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. SUNY Westchester Community College Valhalla, NY Every year, SUNY Westchester Community College awards about 391 degrees to those majoring in Humanities/Humanistic Studies, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,267 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#46 #46 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Sinclair Community College Dayton, OH At Sinclair Community College, only one major is offered: Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,824 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#47 #47 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Citrus College Glendora, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,411 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#48 #48 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Rio Hondo College Whittier, CA At Rio Hondo College, only one major is offered: Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $13,920 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#49 #49 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. De Anza College Cupertino, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,421 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#50 #50 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Sierra College Rocklin, CA At Sierra College, the most popular majors students study are Social Sciences, General, Biological and Physical Sciences, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General. In fact, Sierra College grants 756 degrees annually to Social Sciences, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,970 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#51 #51 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Wytheville Community College Wytheville, VA At Wytheville Community College, only one major is offered: Construction Trades, General. Typically, 10 students receive a degree in Construction Trades, General every year. view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,174 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#52 #52 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Mountain Empire Community College Big Stone Gap, VA At Mountain Empire Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Environmental Control Technologies/Technicians, and Other....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,900 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#53 #53 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Hill College Hillsboro, TX Annually, Hill College grants about 188 degrees to those studying General Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Early Childhood Education and Teaching, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,651 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#54 #54 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Monroe Community College Rochester, NY At Monroe Community College, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, Monroe Community College grants 320 degrees every year to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,621 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#55 #55 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Fresno City College Fresno, CA At Fresno City College, only one major is offered: Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $3,822 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#56 #56 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Joaquin Delta College Stockton, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,586 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#57 #57 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Cayuga County Community College Auburn, NY At Cayuga County Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Humanities/Humanistic Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,654 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#58 #58 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Madera Community College Madera, CA At Madera Community College, only two majors are offered: Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $2,684 Median Starting Salary $0
#59 #59 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Northeast Community College Norfolk, NE Annually, Northeast Community College awards around 63 degrees to those studying Pre-Nursing Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Lineworker....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,508 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#60 #60 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Lansing Community College Lansing, MI Every year, Lansing Community College awards about 415 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, Psychology, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $3,031 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#61 #61 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. McLennan Community College Waco, TX At McLennan Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. In fact, McLennan Community College grants 691 degrees every year to Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,785 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#62 #62 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Yuba College Marysville, CA At Yuba College, the three most popular college majors students study are Biological and Physical Sciences, Social Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, Yuba College awards 271 degrees per year to Biological and Physical Sciences majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,911 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#63 #63 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Oakland Community College Auburn Hills, MI At Oakland Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,834 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#64 #64 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Montcalm Community College Sidney, MI At Montcalm Community College, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,750 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#65 #65 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Southwestern College Chula Vista, CA At Southwestern College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. In fact, Southwestern College awards 231 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $12,723 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#66 #66 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Bakersfield College Bakersfield, CA At Bakersfield College, only one major is offered: Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $5,892 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#67 #67 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Great Basin College Elko, NV Annually, Great Basin College awards around 25 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,472 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#68 #68 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Mid Michigan College Harrison, MI Each year, Mid Michigan College grants around 86 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $8,954 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#69 #69 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Central Arizona College Coolidge, AZ Annually, Central Arizona College awards about 196 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, and Biological and Physical Sciences....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,645 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#70 #70 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Merritt College Oakland, CA At Merritt College, only one major is offered: Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. Usually, 16 students receive a degree in Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer every year. view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $17,718 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#71 #71 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Contra Costa College San Pablo, CA At Contra Costa College, the most popular majors students study are Biological and Physical Sciences, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $9,094 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#72 #72 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Reedley College Reedley, CA At Reedley College, only one major is offered: Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $3,803 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#73 #73 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Grand Rapids Community College Grand Rapids, MI At Grand Rapids Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,137 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#74 #74 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Lorain County Community College Elyria, OH At Lorain County Community College, only one major is offered: Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,397 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#75 #75 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Cloquet, MN Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $10,601 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#76 #76 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Kellogg Community College Battle Creek, MI At Kellogg Community College, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies. In fact, Kellogg Community College grants 133 degrees annually to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,977 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#77 #77 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Clackamas Community College Oregon City, OR At Clackamas Community College, the most popular majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,666 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#78 #78 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Stark State College North Canton, OH At Stark State College, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Stark State College awards 159 degrees per year to graduating General Studies students....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $6,740 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#79 #79 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. San Diego Miramar College San Diego, CA At San Diego Miramar College, only one major is offered: Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $2,682 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#80 #80 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Henry Ford College Dearborn, MI Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $738 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#81 #81 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Joliet Junior College Joliet, IL Annually, Joliet Junior College awards about 568 degrees to those studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Biological and Physical Sciences, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,905 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#82 #82 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. Clovis Community College Fresno, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $11,223 Median Starting Salary $50,742
#83 #83 Best College for Corrections in the U.S. College of Lake County Grayslake, IL At the College of Lake County, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, and General Studies....view more Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $4,785 Median Starting Salary $50,742
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About Corrections

Corrections programs prepare individuals to study the theories and principles, of correctional science and to function as professional corrections officers and other workers in public and/or private incarceration facilities.

For all the 579 degrees awarded in Corrections per year, the majority of them are Associates degree. Out of the 519 students graduating with degrees at the Associates degree level across the US, 42% percent identify as men and 58% percent identify as women. While students at schools all over the US study Corrections, California has the most graduates. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Corrections is $40,800.

Popularity of Corrections Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

For Corrections majors, some of the most in demand careers include Correctional Officers and Jailers, First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives and First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers. Not only that, Corrections graduates may land a top paying job, such as First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives or First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Corrections majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Corrections majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

519

Female Students

303 (58%)

Male Students

216 (41%)

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Corrections

#1 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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22

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$10,589

$48,377

#2 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

88%

14

960–1,170

$14,743

$50,742

#3 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

69%

4

870–1,090

$16,745

$50,742

#4 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

68%

1

1,010–1,230

$14,345

$51,918

#5 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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22

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$25,444

$0

#6 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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16

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$26,208

$0

#7 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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7

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$23,764

$0

#8 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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21

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$28,857

$50,742

#9 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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6

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$23,809

$0

#10 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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14

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$3,763

$50,742

#11 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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33

850–1,080

$7,079

$50,742

#12 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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5

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$23,538

$0

#13 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.

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4

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$20,501

$0

#14 Best College for Corrections in the U.S.