Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Augusta, GA (2026)
Augusta, Georgia has a population of about 389,215. There are 5 accredited criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Augusta. In the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Attorney at a median $115,410 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Augusta
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer criminal justice programs. Distances are calculated from Augusta city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Technical College | Augusta, GA | 4.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Augusta University | Augusta, GA | 8.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Aiken Technical College | Graniteville, SC | 17.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Oconee Fall Line Technical College | Sandersville, GA | 51.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Denmark Technical College | Denmark, SC | 53.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Georgia schools on the Georgia criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Augusta
Augusta is part of the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area (BLS area code 12260). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Georgia statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $115,410 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $125,582 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $84,000 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $91,404 |
| Police Supervisor | $78,440 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $85,354 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $60,010 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $65,299 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $57,250 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $62,296 |
| Correctional Officer | $48,450 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $52,720 |
| Probation Officer | $51,990 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $56,572 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $58,500 | GA statewide | $63,656 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $49,680 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $54,059 |
| Information Security Analyst | $105,100 | Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $114,363 |
Source: BLS, May 2024 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.
Augusta at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 91.9 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Augusta-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- North Augusta, SC – 12.7 mi away (22,932 pop)
- Aiken, SC – 22.9 mi away (30,937 pop)
- Greenwood, SC – 57.5 mi away (42,279 pop)
- Lexington, SC – 65.2 mi away (20,988 pop)
- Statesboro, GA – 66.3 mi away (40,141 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice programs are near Augusta, GA?
Our directory lists 5 criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Augusta. The closest is Augusta Technical College in Augusta, GA (4.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Denmark Technical College (53.7 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Augusta?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Augusta are: Attorney ($115,410), Information Security Analyst ($105,100), Judge or Magistrate ($84,000). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Georgia statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in North Augusta instead of Augusta?
North Augusta, SC is 12.7 miles from Augusta and has its own set of local criminal justice programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.
How do I verify a program is accredited?
Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.
Related Resources
- Online Criminal Justice Programs in Georgia
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice Programs by State
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