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Best Criminal Justice and Corrections Schools in Illinois
Top Criminal Justice and Corrections programs in Illinois ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 21
Avg major earnings: $53,397
Top Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Illinois
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Illinois Chicago #248 national | $49,977 |
| 2 | Lewis University #306 national | $47,449 |
| 3 | Loyola University Chicago #341 national | $61,200 |
| 4 | University of St Francis #357 national | $43,109 |
| 5 | University of Illinois Springfield #402 national | $48,147 |
| 6 | Illinois State University #415 national | $54,043 |
| 7 | Elmhurst University #438 national | $66,495 |
| 8 | Saint Xavier University #578 national | $56,487 |
| 9 | Aurora University #614 national | $58,259 |
| 10 | North Park University #680 national | $48,806 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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