Criminal Justice at UEI College-West Covina

West Covina, CA · Private for-profit · Certificate · Criminal Justice and Corrections

a compact campus enrolling 1,022 students in West Covina, CA.

Program Analysis

At $29,663 per year, Criminal Justice graduates from UEI College-West Covina earn below the $39,484 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

AI risk is moderate — 36% task exposure — and the 8% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Criminal Justice graduates.

The median debt load of $9,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios in vocational education.

At #401 out of 469 programs, UEI College-West Covina's financial outcomes for Criminal Justice trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth is modest: $29,663 to $33,255 over five years (12% gain). This trade may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.

With 17 registered apprenticeships mapped to Criminal Justice, graduates have substantial options for hands-on training paths that pay from day one.

60 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
56
Low End
60
Score
62
High End
Earnings $29,663/yr (-25% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (64% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (480,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$338K
2.9% annual growth
Viable Career Paths
20 of 20
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
3.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$33,255
12% growth from Year 1

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%
Managers, all other
$136,550
+4.5% growth 53% AI-proof
First-line supervisors of police and detectives
$105,980
+2.9% growth 67% AI-proof
Detectives and criminal investigators
$93,580
-0.7% growth 47% AI-proof

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Criminal Justice Career Guide

What can you do with a Criminal Justice credential from UEI College-West Covina? Our career guide maps every occupation path with earnings and growth data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does UEI College-West Covina's Criminal Justice program score?
At 60/100, the score looks reasonable — but Criminal Justice is a high-scoring trade overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.
Is UEI College-West Covina a good choice for Criminal Justice despite lower starting pay?
Lower starting pay at UEI College-West Covina may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Are there apprenticeship options for Criminal Justice?
The DOL recognizes 17 apprenticeship pathways related to Criminal Justice. For students weighing UEI College-West Covina's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
What's the job market like for Criminal Justice from UEI College-West Covina?
The very large job market (480,600 annual openings) works in favor of Criminal Justice graduates. The national outlook is driven by public safety staffing needs and retirement-driven turnover, though regional variation matters.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →