Criminal justice programs in Rochester Hills, MI

5 schools within 30 miles of Rochester Hills, MI offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Oakland Community College in Auburn Hills, 4 miles away. Police officers in Michigan earn a median $73,730 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
5
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
5
Median pay in MI
$73,730

5 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Rochester Hills, MI

School results

  1. Oakland Community College

    Auburn Hills, MI · 3.5 mi · Public

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

  2. Macomb Community College

    Warren, MI · 14 mi · Public

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

  3. Schoolcraft Community College District

    Livonia, MI · 22 mi · Public

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

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  5. Henry Ford College

    Dearborn, MI · 24 mi · Public

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

  6. Wayne County Community College

    Detroit, MI · 24 mi · Public

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

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

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

The closest are Oakland Community College (Auburn Hills, 4 mi), Macomb Community College (Warren, 14 mi), and Schoolcraft Community College District (Livonia, 22 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $660 to $7,656. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Rochester Hills?

Across Michigan, the median pay is $73,730 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 Rochester Hills?

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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