Criminal justice programs in Lancaster, OH
4 schools within 30 miles of Lancaster, OH offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools in Groveport, 19 miles away. Police officers in Ohio earn a median $77,020 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 4
- Closest
- 19 mi
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in OH
- $77,020
4 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Lancaster, OH
School results
Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools
Groveport, OH · 19 mi · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +4
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH · 25 mi · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +11
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH · 26 mi · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- HVAC technician
- Plumbing
- +25
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Hocking College
Nelsonville, OH · 28 mi · Public
- Police academy & criminal justice
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +17
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 Lancaster?
The closest are Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical Schools (Groveport, 19 mi), Central Ohio Technical College (Newark, 25 mi), and Columbus State Community College (Columbus, 26 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.
How much do police academy & criminal justice programs near Lancaster cost?
For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $8,400 to $15,732. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.
How much do police officers make near Lancaster?
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 Lancaster?
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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