Criminal justice programs in San Mateo, CA

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

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

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

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  1. College of San Mateo

    San Mateo, CA · 2.2 mi · Public

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

  2. Skyline College

    San Bruno, CA · 9.9 mi · Public

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

  3. Chabot College

    Hayward, CA · 13 mi · Public

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

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  5. City College of San Francisco

    San Francisco, CA · 14 mi · Public

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

  6. Merritt College

    Oakland, CA · 18 mi · Public

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

  7. Mission College

    Santa Clara, CA · 22 mi · Public

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

  8. Ohlone College

    Fremont, CA · 22 mi · Public

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

  9. De Anza College

    Cupertino, CA · 22 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +5

  10. West Valley College

    Saratoga, CA · 26 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • CAD & drafting
    • +1

  11. San Jose City College

    San Jose, CA · 27 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +6

  12. Contra Costa College

    San Pablo, CA · 28 mi · Public

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

  13. Las Positas College

    Livermore, CA · 30 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +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 San Mateo?

The closest are College of San Mateo (San Mateo, 2 mi), Skyline College (San Bruno, 10 mi), and Chabot College (Hayward, 13 mi). In total, 12 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 12 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $536 to $16,959. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near San Mateo?

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 San Mateo?

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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