Criminal justice programs in Washington

Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Washington? There are 15, including 15 public colleges. Police officers in Washington earn a median $102,080 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
15
Public colleges
15
Median pay in WA
$102,080
Cities with schools
6

15 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Bellevue College

    Bellevue, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +6

  2. Big Bend Community College

    Moses Lake, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +8

  3. Centralia College

    Centralia, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +7

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  5. Columbia Basin College

    Pasco, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +11

  6. Everett Community College

    Everett, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  7. Green River College

    Auburn, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Carpentry
    • Welding
    • +12

  8. Highline College

    Des Moines, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +3

  9. Lower Columbia College

    Longview, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  10. Peninsula College

    Port Angeles, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Plumbing
    • Carpentry
    • +10

  11. Pierce College District

    Lakewood, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • EMT & paramedic
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +4

  12. Shoreline Community College

    Shoreline, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Automotive technician
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +5

  13. Spokane Community College

    Spokane, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +27

  14. Walla Walla Community College

    Walla Walla, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +12

  15. Whatcom Community College

    Bellingham, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • +3

  16. Yakima Valley College

    Yakima, WA · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • CNC machining
    • Automotive technician
    • +12

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What police officers earn in Washington

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

Police officer salary in WashingtonHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$102,080
$49.08 an hour
Typical range
$79,120–$132,200
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WA
9,160
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 Washington?

We list 15 schools in Washington with police academy & criminal justice programs: 15 public colleges. Campuses are in Moses Lake, Bellevue, Centralia, Pasco, and Everett.

Are there community college police academy & criminal justice programs in Washington?

Yes. 15 public colleges in Washington 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 Washington?

Among the 15 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,473 to $13,803. 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 Washington?

The median pay for police officers in Washington is $102,080 a year, and most earn between $79,120 and $132,200, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a police academy & criminal justice school in Washington?

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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