Criminal justice programs in Arizona
We found 20 schools offering police academy & criminal justice training in Arizona, with campuses in Phoenix, Chandler, Kingman, and Holbrook and more. Police officers in Arizona earn a median $78,880 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 20
- Public colleges
- 18
- Median pay in AZ
- $78,880
- Cities with schools
- 7
20 police academy & criminal justice schools
School results
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +18
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Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Electrician
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +5
Cochise County Community College District
Sierra Vista, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
Eastern Arizona College
Thatcher, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +18
Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- Culinary arts
- +2
GateWay Community College - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +18
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Automotive technician
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- +6
Mohave Community College
Kingman, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +18
Northland Pioneer College
Holbrook, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +12
Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +3
Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Medical assistant
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +8
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +25
Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +4
South Mountain Community College
Phoenix, AZ · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Electrician
- Plumbing
- +2
University of Phoenix-Arizona
Phoenix, AZ · Private
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Medical billing & coding
- IT support & networking
Criminal justice programs by city
- Phoenix (12 within 30 mi)
- Mesa (11 within 30 mi)
- Scottsdale (11 within 30 mi)
- Peoria (5 within 30 mi)
- Goodyear (7 within 30 mi)
- Maricopa (8 within 30 mi)
- Casa Grande (3 within 30 mi)
What police officers earn in Arizona
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Police officer salary in ArizonaHow to become a police officer
- Median pay
- $78,880
- $37.92 an hour
- Typical range
- $60,990–$98,560
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in AZ
- 12,010
- 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 Arizona?
We list 20 schools in Arizona with police academy & criminal justice programs: 18 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Phoenix, Chandler, Kingman, Holbrook, and Tempe.
Are there community college police academy & criminal justice programs in Arizona?
Yes. 18 public colleges in Arizona 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 Arizona?
Among the 20 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,405 to $15,172. 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 Arizona?
The median pay for police officers in Arizona is $78,880 a year, and most earn between $60,990 and $98,560, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a police academy & criminal justice school in Arizona?
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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Criminal justice programs in other states
- California (109)
- North Carolina (59)
- Texas (52)
- New York (45)
- Illinois (44)
- Ohio (40)
- Florida (39)
- Michigan (31)
- Virginia (26)
- Oklahoma (24)
- Arkansas (23)
- Georgia (23)
- Pennsylvania (23)
- New Jersey (20)
- Minnesota (19)
- Tennessee (19)