Criminal justice programs in Milwaukee, WI

3 schools within 30 miles of Milwaukee, WI offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and one is in Milwaukee itself. Police officers in Wisconsin earn a median $78,090 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
3
Closest
3 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in WI
$78,090

3 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of Milwaukee, WI

School results

  1. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · 2.7 mi · Public

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

  2. Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

    Wauwatosa, WI · 4.5 mi · Private

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

  3. Waukesha County Technical College

    Pewaukee, WI · 15 mi · Public

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

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

What are the closest police academy & criminal justice schools to Milwaukee?

The closest are Milwaukee Area Technical College (Milwaukee, 3 mi), Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa (Wauwatosa, 4 mi), and Waukesha County Technical College (Pewaukee, 15 mi). In total, 3 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 3 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $9,112 to $14,858. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do police officers make near Milwaukee?

Across Wisconsin, the median pay is $78,090 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 Milwaukee?

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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