Criminal justice programs in New Orleans, LA

3 schools within 30 miles of New Orleans, LA offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and one is in New Orleans itself. Police officers in Louisiana earn a median $48,380 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
11 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in LA
$48,380

3 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of New Orleans, LA

School results

  1. Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, LA · 11 mi · Public

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

  2. Herzing University-New Orleans

    Metairie, LA · 13 mi · Private

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

  3. Northshore Technical Community College - Sullivan

    Lacombe, LA · 23 mi · Public

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

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

What are the closest police academy & criminal justice schools to New Orleans?

The closest are Delgado Community College (New Orleans, 11 mi), Herzing University-New Orleans (Metairie, 13 mi), and Northshore Technical Community College - Sullivan (Lacombe, 23 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $9,747 to $21,269. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near New Orleans?

Across Louisiana, the median pay is $48,380 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 New Orleans?

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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