Criminal justice programs in Alabama

We found 10 schools offering police academy & criminal justice training in Alabama, with campuses in Birmingham, Phenix City, Dothan, and Hanceville and more. Police officers in Alabama earn a median $51,270 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
10
Public colleges
9
Median pay in AL
$51,270
Cities with schools
1

10 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Chattahoochee Valley Community College

    Phenix City, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3

  2. Columbia Southern University

    Orange Beach, AL · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

  3. George C Wallace Community College-Dothan

    Dothan, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

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  5. George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

    Hanceville, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +22

  6. Jefferson State Community College

    Birmingham, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Construction technology
    • +5

  7. John C Calhoun State Community College

    Tanner, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +8

  8. Lawson State Community College - Birmingham

    Birmingham, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +16

  9. Northeast Alabama Community College

    Rainsville, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +8

  10. Northwest-Shoals Community College

    Muscle Shoals, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  11. Southern Union State Community College

    Wadley, AL · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

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What police officers earn in Alabama

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Police officer salary in AlabamaHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$51,270
$24.65 an hour
Typical range
$37,480–$77,220
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AL
11,710
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.5%
51,500 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many police academy & criminal justice schools are in Alabama?

We list 10 schools in Alabama with police academy & criminal justice programs: 9 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Birmingham, Phenix City, Dothan, Hanceville, and Tanner.

Are there community college police academy & criminal justice programs in Alabama?

Yes. 9 public colleges in Alabama offer police academy & criminal justice. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does police academy & criminal justice school cost in Alabama?

Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,170 to $14,580. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do police officers make in Alabama?

The median pay for police officers in Alabama is $51,270 a year, and most earn between $37,480 and $77,220, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a police academy & criminal justice school in Alabama?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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