Criminal justice programs in Oakland, CA

12 schools within 30 miles of Oakland, CA offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and one is in Oakland itself. Police officers in California earn a median $118,880 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
12
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
12
Median pay in CA
$118,880

12 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Oakland, CA

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  1. Merritt College

    Oakland, CA · 3.5 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  2. Chabot College

    Hayward, CA · 11 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +7

  3. City College of San Francisco

    San Francisco, CA · 13 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

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  5. Contra Costa College

    San Pablo, CA · 15 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +4

  6. Diablo Valley College

    Pleasant Hill, CA · 16 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Plumbing
    • Dental assistant
    • +6

  7. Skyline College

    San Bruno, CA · 16 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Cosmetology
    • +4

  8. College of San Mateo

    San Mateo, CA · 17 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Dental assistant
    • Cosmetology
    • +4

  9. College of Marin

    Kentfield, CA · 22 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +2

  10. Las Positas College

    Livermore, CA · 24 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +4

  11. Ohlone College

    Fremont, CA · 24 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • IT support & networking
    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • +2

  12. Los Medanos College

    Pittsburg, CA · 26 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +7

  13. Mission College

    Santa Clara, CA · 29 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

What police officers earn in California

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

Police officer salary in CaliforniaHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$118,880
$57.15 an hour
Typical range
$76,300–$153,190
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
65,940
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 Oakland?

The closest are Merritt College (Oakland, 3 mi), Chabot College (Hayward, 11 mi), and City College of San Francisco (San Francisco, 13 mi). In total, 12 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 12 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $536 to $14,021. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Oakland?

Across California, the median pay is $118,880 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 Oakland?

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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