Criminal justice programs in Chicopee, MA

4 schools within 30 miles of Chicopee, MA offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Holyoke Community College in Holyoke, 4 miles away. Police officers in Massachusetts earn a median $78,940 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
4
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
4
Median pay in MA
$78,940

4 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Chicopee, MA

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  1. Holyoke Community College

    Holyoke, MA · 4.3 mi · Public

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

  2. Springfield Technical Community College

    Springfield, MA · 4.8 mi · Public

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

  3. Connecticut State Community College

    New Britain, CT · 29 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +23

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  5. Greenfield Community College

    Greenfield, MA · 29 mi · Public

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

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.

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Frequently asked questions

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

The closest are Holyoke Community College (Holyoke, 4 mi), Springfield Technical Community College (Springfield, 5 mi), and Connecticut State Community College (New Britain, 29 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,662 to $11,513. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Chicopee?

Across Massachusetts, the median pay is $78,940 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 Chicopee?

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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