Criminal justice programs in Michigan

Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Michigan? There are 31, including 30 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Police officers in Michigan earn a median $73,730 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
31
Public colleges
30
Median pay in MI
$73,730
Cities with schools
9

24 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Alpena Community College

    Alpena, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +6

  2. Baker College

    Owosso, MI · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +10

  3. Bay de Noc Community College

    Escanaba, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +6

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  5. Delta College - Michigan

    University Center, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +19

  6. Ferris State University

    Big Rapids, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +11

  7. Glen Oaks Community College

    Centreville, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +7

  8. Gogebic Community College

    Ironwood, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +6

  9. Grand Rapids Community College

    Grand Rapids, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

  10. Henry Ford College

    Dearborn, MI · Public

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

  11. Jackson College

    Jackson, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +11

  12. Kalamazoo Valley Community College

    Kalamazoo, MI · Public

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

  13. Kellogg Community College

    Battle Creek, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +11

  14. Kirtland Community College

    Grayling, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +11

  15. Lake Michigan College

    Benton Harbor, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +7

  16. Lansing Community College

    Lansing, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  17. Macomb Community College

    Warren, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  18. Mid Michigan College

    Harrison, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +6

  19. Monroe County Community College

    Monroe, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +8

  20. Montcalm Community College

    Sidney, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +7

  21. Mott Community College

    Flint, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +16

  22. Muskegon Community College

    Muskegon, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +8

  23. Washtenaw Community College

    Ann Arbor, MI · Public

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

  24. Wayne County Community College

    Detroit, MI · Public

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

  25. West Shore Community College

    Scottville, MI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +6

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What police officers earn in Michigan

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

Police officer salary in MichiganHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$73,730
$35.45 an hour
Typical range
$47,780–$89,220
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MI
16,750
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 Michigan?

We list 31 schools in Michigan with police academy & criminal justice programs: 30 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Escanaba, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Scottville, and Alpena.

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

Yes. 30 public colleges in Michigan 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 Michigan?

Among the 31 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $660 to $14,085. 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 Michigan?

The median pay for police officers in Michigan is $73,730 a year, and most earn between $47,780 and $89,220, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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