Criminal justice programs in Oklahoma
Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Oklahoma? There are 24, including 24 public colleges. Police officers in Oklahoma earn a median $59,700 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 24
- Public colleges
- 24
- Median pay in OK
- $59,700
- Cities with schools
- 7
Criminal justice programs by city
- Oklahoma City (6 within 30 mi)
- Norman (6 within 30 mi)
- Edmond (5 within 30 mi)
- Shawnee (3 within 30 mi)
- Ponca City (3 within 30 mi)
- El Reno (5 within 30 mi)
- Miami (3 within 30 mi)
What police officers earn in Oklahoma
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Police officer salary in OklahomaHow to become a police officer
- Median pay
- $59,700
- $28.70 an hour
- Typical range
- $36,480–$94,940
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in OK
- 9,660
- 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 Oklahoma?
We list 24 schools in Oklahoma with police academy & criminal justice programs: 24 public colleges. Campuses are in Oklahoma City, El Reno, Fort Cobb, Drumright, and Okmulgee.
Are there community college police academy & criminal justice programs in Oklahoma?
Yes. 24 public colleges in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
Among the 19 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,680 to $14,628. 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 Oklahoma?
The median pay for police officers in Oklahoma is $59,700 a year, and most earn between $36,480 and $94,940, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a police academy & criminal justice school in Oklahoma?
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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Criminal justice programs in other states
- California (109)
- North Carolina (59)
- Texas (52)
- New York (45)
- Illinois (44)
- Ohio (40)
- Florida (39)
- Michigan (31)
- Virginia (26)
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