Criminal justice programs in Akron, OH

7 schools within 30 miles of Akron, OH offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and one is in Akron itself. Police officers in Ohio earn a median $77,020 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
5
Median pay in OH
$77,020

7 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Akron, OH

School results

  1. Herzing University-Akron

    Akron, OH · 3.9 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

  2. Stark State College

    North Canton, OH · 15 mi · Public

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

  3. Medina County Career Center

    Medina, OH · 20 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +1

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  5. Wayne County Schools Career Center

    Smithville, OH · 24 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +3

  6. Polaris Career Center

    Middleburg Heights, OH · 25 mi · Public

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

  7. Bryant & Stratton College-Parma

    Parma, OH · 26 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

  8. Cuyahoga Community College District

    Cleveland, OH · 30 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Plumbing
    • Carpentry
    • +26

What police officers earn in Ohio

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

Police officer salary in OhioHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$77,020
$37.03 an hour
Typical range
$51,110–$103,210
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in OH
23,430
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 Akron?

The closest are Herzing University-Akron (Akron, 4 mi), Stark State College (North Canton, 15 mi), and Medina County Career Center (Medina, 20 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $4,266 to $29,232. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Akron?

Across Ohio, the median pay is $77,020 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 Akron?

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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