Criminal Justice at Yuba College

Marysville, CA · Public · Certificate · Criminal Justice and Corrections

a compact campus enrolling 4,311 students in Marysville, CA.

Program Analysis

Graduates of Yuba College's Criminal Justice program earn $62,350/yr in their first year — 58% above the $39,484 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

The 578.3x 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.

Ranked #11 out of 469 programs, Yuba College's Criminal Justice program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

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

91 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
87
Low End
91
Score
93
High End
Earnings $62,350/yr (58% vs median)
AI-Proof Resilient (64% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (480,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$652K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple (In-State)
578.3x
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)
$1,128
Out-of-state: $8,208

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

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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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Yuba College's Criminal Justice program score?
A score of 91/100 indicates strong financial outcomes. Yuba College's Criminal Justice graduates fare well on earnings, job market size, and return on investment.
What makes Yuba College's Criminal Justice program stand out?
The #11 ranking out of 469 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable, and the job market supports this trade.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Criminal Justice graduates?
Beyond Yuba College's classroom route, 17 registered apprenticeships map to Criminal Justice careers — including Correction Officer. Apprenticeships trade shorter program length for longer on-the-job training, typically 2-4 years.
Is there demand for Criminal Justice workers?
At 480,600 annual openings, Criminal Justice has a very large employment base. Yuba College graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given public safety staffing needs and retirement-driven turnover.
Data from College Scorecard, BLS, and AI resilience research. Methodology & sources →