Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Indianapolis, IN (2026)
Indianapolis, Indiana has a population of about 1,550,488. There are 5 accredited criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Indianapolis, with tuition ranging from $35,640 to $49,098 per year. In the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Judge or Magistrate at a median $177,180 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Indianapolis
The five accredited institutions below are the closest options indexed in our directory that offer criminal justice programs. Distances are calculated from Indianapolis city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | 1.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ivy Tech Community College | Indianapolis, IN | 1.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Martin University | Indianapolis, IN | 2.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | 4.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Anderson University | Anderson, IN | 34.5 mi | $35,640 - $49,098 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Indiana schools on the Indiana criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Indianapolis
Indianapolis is part of the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN metro area (BLS area code 26900). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Indiana statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $135,660 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $141,755 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $177,180 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $185,141 |
| Police Supervisor | $109,320 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $114,232 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $78,550 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $82,079 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $80,700 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $84,326 |
| Correctional Officer | $45,710 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $47,764 |
| Probation Officer | $65,390 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $68,328 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $65,770 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $68,725 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $57,910 | Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $60,512 |
| Information Security Analyst | $78,290 | IN statewide | $81,808 |
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.
Indianapolis at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 95.7 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Indianapolis-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Lawrence, IN – 10.3 mi away (47,866 pop)
- Greenwood, IN – 12.3 mi away (56,545 pop)
- Carmel, IN – 13.0 mi away (91,065 pop)
- Brownsburg, IN – 13.2 mi away (25,408 pop)
- Plainfield, IN – 13.2 mi away (31,409 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice programs are near Indianapolis, IN?
Our directory lists 5 criminal justice programs within 100 miles of Indianapolis. The closest is Indiana University-Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN (1.6 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Anderson University (34.5 miles). 0 of these programs are offered fully online.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Indianapolis?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Indianapolis are: Judge or Magistrate ($177,180), Attorney ($135,660), Police Supervisor ($109,320). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Indiana statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Lawrence instead of Indianapolis?
Lawrence, IN is 10.3 miles from Indianapolis 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 Indiana
- Main Criminal Justice Degree Guide
- Criminal Justice Programs by State
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