Criminal Justice at Drury University
Drury University accepts 59% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a smaller institution with 1,367 students in Springfield, MO.
Program Analysis
At $41,277/yr, Criminal Justice graduates from Drury University land near the $39,484 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.
The 12.3x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. Trade programs often deliver strong ratios, and this one is a standout.
AI risk is moderate — 36% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Criminal Justice graduates.
The median debt load of $5,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.
At #355 out of 469 programs, Drury University's financial outcomes for Criminal Justice trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
With 17 registered apprenticeships mapped to Criminal Justice, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Criminal Justice graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Managers, all other | $136,550 | +4.5% | 53% |
| First-line supervisors of police and detectives | $105,980 | +2.9% | 67% |
| Detectives and criminal investigators | $93,580 | -0.7% | 47% |
Criminal Justice Career Guide
From day-one roles to senior positions, Criminal Justice careers span a range of specializations. Read the complete outlook for graduates entering criminal justice & public safety.
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