Criminal justice programs in Mississippi

Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Mississippi? There are 9, including 9 public colleges. Police officers in Mississippi earn a median $46,140 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
9
Median pay in MS
$46,140

9 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Coahoma Community College

    Clarksdale, MS · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +15

  2. Copiah-Lincoln Community College

    Wesson, MS · Public

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

  3. East Central Community College

    Decatur, MS · Public

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

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  5. East Mississippi Community College

    Scooba, MS · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +14

  6. Hinds Community College

    Raymond, MS · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +27

  7. Holmes Community College

    Goodman, MS · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +12

  8. Itawamba Community College

    Fulton, MS · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

  9. Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

    Perkinston, MS · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  10. Northwest Mississippi Community College

    Senatobia, MS · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

What police officers earn in Mississippi

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

Police officer salary in MississippiHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$46,140
$22.18 an hour
Typical range
$33,230–$61,550
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MS
8,070
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 Mississippi?

We list 9 schools in Mississippi with police academy & criminal justice programs: 9 public colleges. Campuses are in Clarksdale, Wesson, Decatur, Scooba, and Raymond.

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

Yes. 9 public colleges in Mississippi 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 Mississippi?

Among the 8 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,894 to $7,911. 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 Mississippi?

The median pay for police officers in Mississippi is $46,140 a year, and most earn between $33,230 and $61,550, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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