Criminal justice programs in Chicago, IL

15 schools within 30 miles of Chicago, IL offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and 8 are in Chicago itself. Police officers in Illinois earn a median $100,520 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
15
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
13
Median pay in IL
$100,520

15 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Chicago, IL

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  1. Morton College

    Cicero, IL · 4.1 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +8

  2. Generations College

    Chicago, IL · 4.3 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice

  3. Taylor Business Institute

    Chicago, IL · 4.3 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical billing & coding
    • Electronics technician

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  5. City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College

    Chicago, IL · 4.5 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +9

  6. City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College

    Chicago, IL · 4.5 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • CAD & drafting

  7. City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J. Daley College

    Chicago, IL · 5.9 mi · Public

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

  8. City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College

    Chicago, IL · 8.9 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Cosmetology
    • +3

  9. Triton College

    River Grove, IL · 9.7 mi · Public

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

  10. City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College

    Chicago, IL · 9.9 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • CNC machining
    • IT support & networking
    • +2

  11. City Colleges of Chicago - Olive-Harvey College

    Chicago, IL · 10 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +3

  12. Moraine Valley Community College

    Palos Hills, IL · 13 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

  13. South Suburban College

    South Holland, IL · 16 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +11

  14. Oakton College

    Des Plaines, IL · 19 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  15. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 20 mi · Public

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

  16. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 26 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20

What police officers earn in Illinois

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

Police officer salary in IllinoisHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$100,520
$48.33 an hour
Typical range
$58,420–$119,560
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
29,180
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 Chicago?

The closest are Morton College (Cicero, 4 mi), Generations College (Chicago, 4 mi), and Taylor Business Institute (Chicago, 4 mi). In total, 15 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 15 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,829 to $18,894. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Chicago?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $100,520 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 Chicago?

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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