Criminal justice programs in Vallejo, CA

8 schools within 30 miles of Vallejo, CA offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Contra Costa College in San Pablo, 10 miles away. Police officers in California earn a median $118,880 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
8
Closest
10 mi
Public colleges
8
Median pay in CA
$118,880

8 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Vallejo, CA

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  1. Contra Costa College

    San Pablo, CA · 10 mi · Public

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

  2. Napa Valley College

    Napa, CA · 12 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +4

  3. Solano Community College

    Fairfield, CA · 12 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +5

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  5. Diablo Valley College

    Pleasant Hill, CA · 14 mi · Public

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

  6. College of Marin

    Kentfield, CA · 19 mi · Public

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

  7. Merritt College

    Oakland, CA · 23 mi · Public

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

  8. Los Medanos College

    Pittsburg, CA · 23 mi · Public

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

  9. City College of San Francisco

    San Francisco, CA · 28 mi · Public

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

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 Vallejo?

The closest are Contra Costa College (San Pablo, 10 mi), Napa Valley College (Napa, 12 mi), and Solano Community College (Fairfield, 12 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,669 to $14,644. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Vallejo?

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 Vallejo?

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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