Criminal Justice at UEI College-Stockton

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

a compact campus enrolling 823 students in Stockton, CA.

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $29,663/yr fall 25% below the $39,484 national median for Criminal Justice. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

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.

At #404 out of 469 programs, UEI College-Stockton'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.

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

Explore what Criminal Justice graduates do, from entry-level roles to long-term career paths across 469 programs nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 60/100 TradeSchoolOutlook Score mean for Criminal Justice at UEI College-Stockton?
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.
Why are Criminal Justice earnings lower at UEI College-Stockton?
First-year earnings trail the national median, but starting salary isn't the full picture. Regional cost of living, career trajectory, and tuition cost all factor in. Check the five-year earnings data when available.
What apprenticeship pathways exist for Criminal Justice graduates?
Beyond UEI College-Stockton'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.
Will Criminal Justice graduates from UEI College-Stockton find jobs?
Job availability for Criminal Justice is strong — 480,600 positions open annually across the mapped career paths. For UEI College-Stockton graduates specifically, local market conditions in CA may shift the picture.
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