Criminal justice programs in New Mexico

We found 15 schools offering police academy & criminal justice training in New Mexico, with campuses in Clovis, Gallup, Los Lunas, and Albuquerque and more. Police officers in New Mexico earn a median $69,180 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
15
Public colleges
15
Median pay in NM
$69,180

15 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Central New Mexico Community College

    Albuquerque, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  2. Clovis Community College

    Clovis, NM · Public

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

  3. Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso Branch Community College

    Ruidoso, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +5

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  5. Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus

    Roswell, NM · Public

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

  6. Luna Community College

    Las Vegas, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +10

  7. Mesalands Community College

    Tucumcari, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Phlebotomy
    • +4

  8. New Mexico Junior College

    Hobbs, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +3

  9. New Mexico State University - Dona Ana

    Las Cruces, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  10. New Mexico State University-Alamogordo

    Alamogordo, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +3

  11. New Mexico State University-Grants

    Grants, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +2

  12. San Juan College

    Farmington, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +21

  13. Santa Fe Community College

    Santa Fe, NM · Public

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

  14. Southeast New Mexico College

    Carlsbad, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +3

  15. University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus

    Gallup, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +7

  16. University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus

    Los Lunas, NM · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +5

What police officers earn in New Mexico

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

Police officer salary in New MexicoHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$69,180
$33.26 an hour
Typical range
$48,400–$85,740
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in NM
4,580
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 New Mexico?

We list 15 schools in New Mexico with police academy & criminal justice programs: 15 public colleges. Campuses are in Clovis, Gallup, Los Lunas, Albuquerque, and Ruidoso.

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

Yes. 15 public colleges in New Mexico 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 New Mexico?

Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $68 to $11,067. 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 New Mexico?

The median pay for police officers in New Mexico is $69,180 a year, and most earn between $48,400 and $85,740, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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