Criminal justice programs in Harrisburg, PA

3 schools within 30 miles of Harrisburg, PA offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and one is in Harrisburg itself. Police officers in Pennsylvania earn a median $85,470 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
1 mi
Public colleges
1
Median pay in PA
$85,470

3 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Harrisburg, PA

School results

  1. Harrisburg Area Community College

    Harrisburg, PA · 1.4 mi · Public

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

  2. Central Penn College

    Summerdale, PA · 3.3 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +6

  3. YTI Career Institute - York

    York, PA · 23 mi · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +8

What police officers earn in Pennsylvania

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

Police officer salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$85,470
$41.09 an hour
Typical range
$48,680–$109,780
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
26,510
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 Harrisburg?

The closest are Harrisburg Area Community College (Harrisburg, 1 mi), Central Penn College (Summerdale, 3 mi), and YTI Career Institute - York (York, 23 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $14,471 to $18,953. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Harrisburg?

Across Pennsylvania, the median pay is $85,470 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 Harrisburg?

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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