Criminal justice programs in Maricopa, AZ

8 schools within 30 miles of Maricopa, AZ offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is American InterContinental University System in Chandler, 20 miles away. Police officers in Arizona earn a median $78,880 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
8
Closest
20 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in AZ
$78,880

8 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Maricopa, AZ

School results

  1. American InterContinental University System

    Chandler, AZ · 20 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice

  2. Central Arizona College

    Coolidge, AZ · 21 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

  3. Chandler-Gilbert Community College

    Chandler, AZ · 21 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +5

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  5. South Mountain Community College

    Phoenix, AZ · 24 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +2

  6. Mesa Community College

    Mesa, AZ · 25 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +14

  7. University of Phoenix-Arizona

    Phoenix, AZ · 26 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical billing & coding
    • IT support & networking

  8. Rio Salado College

    Tempe, AZ · 26 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +4

  9. GateWay Community College - Phoenix

    Phoenix, AZ · 28 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18

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

What are the closest police academy & criminal justice schools to Maricopa?

The closest are American InterContinental University System (Chandler, 20 mi), Central Arizona College (Coolidge, 21 mi), and Chandler-Gilbert Community College (Chandler, 21 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

How much do police academy & criminal justice programs near Maricopa cost?

For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,714 to $15,172. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Maricopa?

Across Arizona, the median pay is $78,880 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

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

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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