by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 2 colleges and universities when compiling its 2025 Best Corrections Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 346 degrees in corrections to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Corrections Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the corrections degree levels they offer.
It's hard to beat University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus if you wish to pursue a degree in corrections. Pitt is a fairly large public university located in the large city of Pittsburgh.More information about a degree in corrections from University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus
It's hard to beat Pennsylvania Highlands Community College if you wish to pursue a degree in corrections. Pennsylvania Highlands is a small public college located in the rural area of Johnstown.More information about a degree in corrections from Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Explore the best corrections colleges for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1,026 | 20 |
| Pennsylvania | 978 | 55 |
| Maryland | 618 | 0 |
| New Jersey | 614 | 0 |
One of 21 majors within the Criminal Justice & Corrections area of study, Corrections has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminal Justice | 6,122 |
| Criminal Justice Studies | 4,888 |
| Criminal Justice & Police Science | 3,591 |
| Other Corrections & Criminal Justice | 561 |
| Securities Services Administration/Management | 211 |
| Law Enforcement Investigation & Interviewing | 73 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections, General | 58 |
| Corrections Administration | 20 |
| Juvenile Corrections | 10 |
| Security & Loss Prevention Services | 3 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.