Criminal justice programs in West Bend, WI

4 schools within 30 miles of West Bend, WI offer police academy & criminal justice programs, and the closest is Waukesha County Technical College in Pewaukee, 24 miles away. Police officers in Wisconsin earn a median $78,090 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
4
Closest
24 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in WI
$78,090

4 police academy & criminal justice schools within 30 mi of West Bend, WI

School results

  1. Waukesha County Technical College

    Pewaukee, WI · 24 mi · Public

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

  2. Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa

    Wauwatosa, WI · 27 mi · Private

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

  3. Moraine Park Technical College

    Fond du Lac, WI · 28 mi · Public

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

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  5. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · 29 mi · Public

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

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 West Bend?

The closest are Waukesha County Technical College (Pewaukee, 24 mi), Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa (Wauwatosa, 27 mi), and Moraine Park Technical College (Fond du Lac, 28 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach police academy & criminal justice.

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

For the 4 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 West Bend?

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 West Bend?

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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