Criminal justice programs in Longmont, CO
3 schools within 30 miles of Longmont, CO offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Front Range Community College in Westminster, 19 miles away. Police officers in Colorado earn a median $97,350 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 3
- Closest
- 19 mi
- Public colleges
- 3
- Median pay in CO
- $97,350
3 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Longmont, CO
School results
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO · 19 mi · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +18
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO · 24 mi · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Carpentry
- Welding
- +16
Community College of Denver
Denver, CO · 30 mi · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Welding
- CNC machining
- +9
What police officers earn in Colorado
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Police officer salary in ColoradoHow to become a police officer
- Median pay
- $97,350
- $46.81 an hour
- Typical range
- $65,340–$109,300
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CO
- 9,610
- 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 Longmont?
The closest are Front Range Community College (Westminster, 19 mi), Aims Community College (Greeley, 24 mi), and Community College of Denver (Denver, 30 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.
How much do police academy & criminal justice programs near Longmont cost?
For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $9,450 to $13,031. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do police officers make near Longmont?
Across Colorado, the median pay is $97,350 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 Longmont?
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.
Criminal justice programs in nearby cities
- Arvada (23 mi)
- Denver (30 mi)
- Castle Rock (56 mi)