Criminal justice programs in Puerto Rico
Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Puerto Rico? There are 14, including 10 private nonprofit schools and 4 private career schools. Police officers in Puerto Rico earn a median $45,510 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 14
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in PR
- $45,510
- Cities with schools
- 6
Criminal justice programs by city
What police officers earn in Puerto Rico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Police officer salary in Puerto RicoHow to become a police officer
- Median pay
- $45,510
- $21.88 an hour
- Typical range
- $30,500–$50,240
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PR
- 11,640
- 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 Puerto Rico?
We list 14 schools in Puerto Rico with police academy & criminal justice programs: 10 private nonprofit schools and 4 private career schools. Campuses are in San Juan, Aguadilla, Bayamon, Ponce, and Vega Baja.
How much does police academy & criminal justice school cost in Puerto Rico?
Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,074 to $9,316. 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 Puerto Rico?
The median pay for police officers in Puerto Rico is $45,510 a year, and most earn between $30,500 and $50,240, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a police academy & criminal justice school in Puerto Rico?
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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