Criminal justice programs in Iowa

Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Iowa? There are 15, including 15 public colleges. Police officers in Iowa earn a median $74,470 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
15
Public colleges
15
Median pay in IA
$74,470

15 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Des Moines Area Community College

    Ankeny, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +24

  2. Eastern Iowa Community College

    Davenport, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +21

  3. Ellsworth Community College

    Iowa Falls, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

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  5. Hawkeye Community College

    Waterloo, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +17

  6. Indian Hills Community College

    Ottumwa, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +24

  7. Iowa Central Community College

    Fort Dodge, IA · Public

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

  8. Iowa Lakes Community College

    Estherville, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +10

  9. Iowa Western Community College

    Council Bluffs, IA · Public

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

  10. Kirkwood Community College

    Cedar Rapids, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +26

  11. Marshalltown Community College

    Marshalltown, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +10

  12. North Iowa Area Community College

    Mason City, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  13. Northeast Iowa Community College - Calmar

    Calmar, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  14. Southeastern Community College - Iowa

    West Burlington, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +10

  15. Southwestern Community College - Iowa

    Creston, IA · Public

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

  16. Western Iowa Tech Community College

    Sioux City, IA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

What police officers earn in Iowa

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

Police officer salary in IowaHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$74,470
$35.81 an hour
Typical range
$59,360–$101,520
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IA
5,130
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

How many police academy & criminal justice schools are in Iowa?

We list 15 schools in Iowa with police academy & criminal justice programs: 15 public colleges. Campuses are in Creston, Sioux City, Ankeny, Davenport, and Iowa Falls.

Are there community college police academy & criminal justice programs in Iowa?

Yes. 15 public colleges in Iowa offer police academy & criminal justice. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does police academy & criminal justice school cost in Iowa?

Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,059 to $14,629. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do police officers make in Iowa?

The median pay for police officers in Iowa is $74,470 a year, and most earn between $59,360 and $101,520, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a police academy & criminal justice school in Iowa?

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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