Criminal justice programs in Hamilton, OH
5 schools within 30 miles of Hamilton, OH offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Butler Technology and Career Development Schools in Monroe, 8 miles away. Police officers in Ohio earn a median $77,020 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 5
- Closest
- 8 mi
- Public colleges
- 5
- Median pay in OH
- $77,020
What police officers earn in Ohio
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- 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 Hamilton?
The closest are Butler Technology and Career Development Schools (Monroe, 8 mi), Great Oaks Career Campuses (Cincinnati, 11 mi), and University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College (Blue Ash, 14 mi). In total, 5 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.
How much do police academy & criminal justice programs near Hamilton cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $12,037 to $25,648. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do police officers make near Hamilton?
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 Hamilton?
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.
Criminal justice programs in nearby cities
- Cincinnati (18 mi)
- Batavia (30 mi)
- Dayton (33 mi)
- Xenia (39 mi)
- Troy (48 mi)
- Springfield (55 mi)