Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Andover, MN (2026)
Andover, Minnesota has a population of about 32,825. The city’s median household income is $131,528 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 37.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 27 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Andover. In the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Judge or Magistrate at a median $182,790 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Andover
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 27 schools in our directory that offer criminal justice programs near Andover. Distances are calculated from Andover city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hennepin Community College | Brooklyn Park, MN | 10.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Hennepin Technical College | Brooklyn Park, MN | 11.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Northwestern-St Paul | Saint Paul, MN | 17.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Walden University | Minneapolis, MN | 19.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
| Capella University | Minneapolis, MN | 19.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | ✓ |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | Minneapolis, MN | 19.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Herzing University-Minneapolis | St. Louis Park, MN | 19.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Hamline University | Saint Paul, MN | 21.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Century College | White Bear Lake, MN | 22.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of St Thomas | Saint Paul, MN | 22.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Minnesota schools on the Minnesota criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Andover
Andover is part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro area (BLS area code 33460). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Minnesota statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $150,110 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $143,235 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $182,790 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $174,418 |
| Police Supervisor | $108,040 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $103,092 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $84,340 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $80,477 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $95,920 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $91,527 |
| Correctional Officer | $75,410 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $71,956 |
| Probation Officer | $77,750 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $74,189 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $73,070 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $69,723 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $74,750 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $71,326 |
| Information Security Analyst | $129,380 | Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $123,454 |
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.
Andover at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 32,825 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $131,528 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 37.7% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 104.8 (above U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Andover-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Coon Rapids, MN – 5.7 mi away (62,359 pop)
- Ramsey, MN – 6.0 mi away (26,206 pop)
- Champlin, MN – 6.8 mi away (24,231 pop)
- Blaine, MN – 8.4 mi away (62,892 pop)
- Brooklyn Park, MN – 10.1 mi away (79,707 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice schools are near Andover, MN?
Our directory has 27 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Andover. The closest is North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park, MN (10.6 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is University of St Thomas (22.7 miles). 2 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Andover?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Andover are: Judge or Magistrate ($182,790), Attorney ($150,110), Information Security Analyst ($129,380). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Minnesota statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Coon Rapids instead of Andover?
Coon Rapids, MN is 5.7 miles from Andover 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.
Is Andover an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Andover’s median household income of $131,528 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Andover while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Minnesota public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.
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 Minnesota
- 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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