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Best Criminal Justice and Corrections Schools in Tennessee
Top Criminal Justice and Corrections programs in Tennessee ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 12
Avg major earnings: $45,650
Top Criminal Justice and Corrections Programs in Tennessee
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middle Tennessee State University #731 national | $46,241 |
| 2 | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga #807 national | $38,871 |
| 3 | Cumberland University #1164 national | $47,688 |
| 4 | King University #1186 national | N/A |
| 5 | The University of Tennessee-Martin #1322 national | $38,957 |
| 6 | University of Memphis #1469 national | $44,058 |
| 7 | East Tennessee State University #1698 national | $37,977 |
| 8 | Austin Peay State University #2227 national | $45,655 |
| 9 | Tennessee State University #2369 national | $43,592 |
| 10 | Bethel University #2504 national | $53,625 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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