Criminal justice programs in Louisiana

We found 11 schools offering police academy & criminal justice training in Louisiana, with campuses in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, and Lake Charles and more. Police officers in Louisiana earn a median $48,380 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
11
Public colleges
10
Median pay in LA
$48,380
Cities with schools
2

11 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Baton Rouge Community College

    Baton Rouge, LA · Public

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

  2. Bossier Parish Community College

    Bossier City, LA · Public

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

  3. Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, LA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

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  5. Fletcher Technical Community College

    Schriever, LA · Public

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

  6. Herzing University-New Orleans

    Metairie, LA · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +2

  7. Louisiana Delta Community College

    Monroe, LA · Public

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

  8. Louisiana State University-Eunice

    Eunice, LA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical billing & coding
    • Surgical technologist
    • +4

  9. Northshore Technical Community College - Sullivan

    Lacombe, LA · Public

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

  10. South Louisiana Community College

    Lafayette, LA · Public

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

  11. Southern University at Shreveport

    Shreveport, LA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Phlebotomy
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +8

  12. Sowela Technical Community College

    Lake Charles, LA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +12

Criminal justice programs by city

What police officers earn in Louisiana

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

Police officer salary in LouisianaHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$48,380
$23.26 an hour
Typical range
$36,470–$69,140
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in LA
12,400
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 Louisiana?

We list 11 schools in Louisiana with police academy & criminal justice programs: 10 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Shreveport, Lake Charles, and Bossier City.

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

Yes. 10 public colleges in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $7,525 to $21,269. 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 Louisiana?

The median pay for police officers in Louisiana is $48,380 a year, and most earn between $36,470 and $69,140, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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