Criminal justice programs in Lakeville, MN

6 schools within 30 miles of Lakeville, MN offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Normandale Community College in Bloomington, 11 miles away. Police officers in Minnesota earn a median $83,360 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
11 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in MN
$83,360

6 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Lakeville, MN

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  1. Normandale Community College

    Bloomington, MN · 11 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • +1

  2. Inver Hills Community College

    Inver Grove Heights, MN · 14 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +1

  3. Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College

    Saint Paul, MN · 20 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +22

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  5. Minneapolis Community & Technical College

    Minneapolis, MN · 21 mi · Public

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

  6. Century College

    White Bear Lake, MN · 29 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

  7. Hennepin Technical College

    Brooklyn Park, MN · 30 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +20

What police officers earn in Minnesota

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

Police officer salary in MinnesotaHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$83,360
$40.08 an hour
Typical range
$60,670–$106,160
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MN
9,160
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 Lakeville?

The closest are Normandale Community College (Bloomington, 11 mi), Inver Hills Community College (Inver Grove Heights, 14 mi), and Saint Paul College - A Community & Technical College (Saint Paul, 20 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 6 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $10,272 to $13,812. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Lakeville?

Across Minnesota, the median pay is $83,360 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 Lakeville?

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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