Criminal justice programs in Massachusetts

Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Massachusetts? There are 15, including 15 public colleges. Police officers in Massachusetts earn a median $78,940 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
15
Public colleges
15
Median pay in MA
$78,940
Cities with schools
12

15 police academy & criminal justice schools

School results

  1. Berkshire Community College

    Pittsfield, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

  2. Bristol Community College

    Fall River, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • CNC machining
    • Medical assistant
    • +11

  3. Bunker Hill Community College

    Boston, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +9

  4. Hear from the best fits

    One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options.

  5. Cape Cod Community College

    West Barnstable, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +6

  6. Greenfield Community College

    Greenfield, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

  7. Holyoke Community College

    Holyoke, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +4

  8. Massachusetts Bay Community College

    Wellesley Hills, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +10

  9. Massasoit Community College

    Brockton, MA · Public

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

  10. Middlesex Community College

    Bedford, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +8

  11. Mount Wachusett Community College

    Gardner, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +7

  12. North Shore Community College

    Danvers, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +14

  13. Northern Essex Community College

    Haverhill, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +12

  14. Quinsigamond Community College

    Worcester, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +20

  15. Roxbury Community College

    Roxbury Crossing, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Radiologic technologist

  16. Springfield Technical Community College

    Springfield, MA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • CNC machining
    • +18

Criminal justice programs by city

What police officers earn in Massachusetts

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

Police officer salary in MassachusettsHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$78,940
$37.95 an hour
Typical range
$61,160–$108,150
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MA
17,040
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.

Hear from the best fits near Massachusetts

One short form. Up to 3 schools send you costs, schedules and financial aid options. Free, with no obligation.

  • Compare real costs and start dates
  • Ask about financial aid and apprenticeships
  • Your info goes only to the schools you're matched with

Step 1 of 3: Your trade

Compare criminal justice programs

Free · Takes 60 seconds · No obligation

Frequently asked questions

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

We list 15 schools in Massachusetts with police academy & criminal justice programs: 15 public colleges. Campuses are in Gardner, Worcester, Springfield, Pittsfield, and Fall River.

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

Yes. 15 public colleges in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?

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 $2,624 to $12,244. 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 Massachusetts?

The median pay for police officers in Massachusetts is $78,940 a year, and most earn between $61,160 and $108,150, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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.

Other programs in Massachusetts

All trade schools in Massachusetts

Criminal justice programs in other states