Criminal Justice at Wor-Wic Community College

Salisbury, MD · Public · Certificate · Criminal Justice and Corrections

a smaller institution with 2,047 students in Salisbury, MD.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Wor-Wic Community College's Criminal Justice program earn $53,813/yr in their first year — 36% above the $39,484 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

The 164.9x 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 10% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook for Criminal Justice graduates.

A #43 ranking out of 469 Criminal Justice programs nationally puts Wor-Wic Community College in the top 10% — a strong but not elite position.

Earnings growth is modest: $53,813 to $61,335 over five years (14% 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.

88 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
84
Low End
88
Score
90
High End
Earnings $53,813/yr (36% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (64% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (480,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$626K
3.3% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
167.3x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
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.

Program Tuition (In-State)
$3,744
Out-of-state: $8,400
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$61,335
14% 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

See the full career breakdown for Criminal Justice — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from Wor-Wic Community College and 468 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Wor-Wic Community College's Criminal Justice program score?
At 88/100, this is a high-performing trade program. The TradeSchoolOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Criminal Justice program at Wor-Wic Community College?
The DOL recognizes 17 apprenticeship pathways related to Criminal Justice. For students weighing Wor-Wic Community College's program cost against alternatives, apprenticeships offer zero-tuition entry with paid employment from day one.
Will Criminal Justice graduates from Wor-Wic Community College find jobs?
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 →