Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Lees Summit, MO (2026)
Lees Summit, Missouri has a population of about 89,467. Our directory has 20 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Lees Summit, with tuition ranging from $4,104 to $13,483 per year for indexed programs. In the Kansas City, MO-KS metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Judge or Magistrate at a median $150,430 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Lees Summit
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 20 schools in our directory that offer criminal justice programs near Lees Summit. Distances are calculated from Lees Summit city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockhurst University | Kansas City, MO | 13.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ottawa University-Online | Overland Park, KS | 13.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Ottawa University-Kansas City | Overland Park, KS | 13.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Metropolitan Community College-Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | 15.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Johnson County Community College | Overland Park, KS | 18.6 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| MidAmerica Nazarene University | Olathe, KS | 21.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Kansas City Kansas Community College | Kansas City, KS | 24.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Park University | Parkville, MO | 24.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| University of Central Missouri | Warrensburg, MO | 36.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| State Fair Community College | Sedalia, MO | 61.9 mi | $4,104 - $13,483 | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Missouri schools on the Missouri criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Lees Summit
Lees Summit is part of the Kansas City, MO-KS metro area (BLS area code 28140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Missouri statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $130,890 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $141,503 |
| Judge or Magistrate | $150,430 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $162,627 |
| Police Supervisor | $97,880 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $105,816 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $91,620 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $99,049 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $63,050 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $68,162 |
| Correctional Officer | $49,350 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $53,351 |
| Probation Officer | $50,460 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $54,551 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $77,280 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $83,546 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $61,170 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $66,130 |
| Information Security Analyst | $104,230 | Kansas City, MO-KS | $112,681 |
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.
Lees Summit at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 92.5 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Lees Summit-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Raytown, MO – 6.9 mi away (29,261 pop)
- Grandview, MO – 8.0 mi away (25,190 pop)
- Blue Springs, MO – 8.8 mi away (54,431 pop)
- Raymore, MO – 8.9 mi away (20,839 pop)
- Belton, MO – 10.6 mi away (23,290 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice schools are near Lees Summit, MO?
Our directory has 20 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Lees Summit. The closest is Rockhurst University in Kansas City, MO (13.0 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is State Fair Community College (61.9 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Lees Summit?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Lees Summit are: Judge or Magistrate ($150,430), Attorney ($130,890), Information Security Analyst ($104,230). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Missouri statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Raytown instead of Lees Summit?
Raytown, MO is 6.9 miles from Lees Summit 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 Missouri
- 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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