Criminal justice programs in Wisconsin

Looking for police academy & criminal justice schools in Wisconsin? There are 18, including 16 public colleges and 2 private nonprofit schools. Police officers in Wisconsin earn a median $78,090 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
18
Public colleges
16
Median pay in WI
$78,090
Cities with schools
5

18 police academy & criminal justice schools

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  1. Blackhawk Technical College

    Janesville, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  2. Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

    Wauwatosa, WI · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +3

  3. Chippewa Valley Technical College

    Eau Claire, WI · Public

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

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  5. Fox Valley Technical College

    Appleton, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +34

  6. Gateway Technical College

    Kenosha, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +30

  7. Herzing University-Madison

    Madison, WI · Private

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +2

  8. Lakeshore Technical College

    Cleveland, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +14

  9. Madison Area Technical College

    Madison, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +26

  10. Mid-State Technical College

    Wisconsin Rapids, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  11. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +36

  12. Moraine Park Technical College

    Fond du Lac, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  13. Nicolet Area Technical College

    Rhinelander, WI · Public

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

  14. Northcentral Technical College

    Wausau, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +27

  15. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

    Green Bay, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +26

  16. Northwood Technical College

    Shell Lake, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +20

  17. Southwest Wisconsin Technical College

    Fennimore, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +19

  18. Waukesha County Technical College

    Pewaukee, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25

  19. Western Technical College - Wisconsin

    La Crosse, WI · Public

    • Police academy & criminal justice
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

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What police officers earn in Wisconsin

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

Police officer salary in WisconsinHow to become a police officer

Median pay
$78,090
$37.55 an hour
Typical range
$58,530–$94,450
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
12,320
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 Wisconsin?

We list 18 schools in Wisconsin with police academy & criminal justice programs: 16 public colleges and 2 private nonprofit schools. Campuses are in Madison, Janesville, Eau Claire, Shell Lake, and Fennimore.

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

Yes. 16 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

Among the 18 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,255 to $22,327. 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 Wisconsin?

The median pay for police officers in Wisconsin is $78,090 a year, and most earn between $58,530 and $94,450, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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