Criminal justice programs in Salt Lake City, UT

3 schools within 30 miles of Salt Lake City, UT offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and one is in Salt Lake City itself. Police officers in Utah earn a median $77,310 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
7 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in UT
$77,310

3 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Salt Lake City, UT

School results

  1. Salt Lake Community College

    Salt Lake City, UT · 7.3 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  2. Tooele Technical College

    Tooele, UT · 27 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +11

  3. Weber State University

    Ogden, UT · 29 mi · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +10

What police officers earn in Utah

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

Police officer salary in UtahHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$77,310
$37.17 an hour
Typical range
$60,290–$99,920
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in UT
5,500
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 Salt Lake City?

The closest are Salt Lake Community College (Salt Lake City, 7 mi), Tooele Technical College (Tooele, 27 mi), and Weber State University (Ogden, 29 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

How much do police academy & criminal justice programs near Salt Lake City cost?

For the 2 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $9,804 to $10,258. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Salt Lake City?

Across Utah, the median pay is $77,310 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 Salt Lake City?

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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