Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Indianapolis, IN (2026)
Indianapolis, Indiana has a population of about 1,550,488. Our directory has 26 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Indianapolis, with tuition ranging from $10,758 to $49,098 per year for indexed programs. 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 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 26 schools in our directory that offer criminal justice programs near Indianapolis. Distances are calculated from Indianapolis city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | 1.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ivy Tech Community College | Indianapolis, IN | 2.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Martin University | Indianapolis, IN | 2.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | 4.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Anderson University | Anderson, IN | 34.5 mi | $35,640 - $49,098 | – |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | Bloomington, IN | 46.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Indiana University-Kokomo | Kokomo, IN | 47.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ball State University | Muncie, IN | 48.9 mi | $10,758 - $28,766 | – |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global | Marion, IN | 56.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion | Marion, IN | 57.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
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 schools are near Indianapolis, IN?
Our directory has 26 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Indianapolis. The closest is Indiana University-Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN (1.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion (57.1 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
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
Data verified: May 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2024; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.
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