Best Online Criminal Justice Programs in Tulsa, OK (2026)
Tulsa, Oklahoma has a population of about 412,322. The city’s median household income is $58,407 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 33.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our directory has 34 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Tulsa, with tuition ranging from $15,060 to $30,407 per year for indexed programs. In the Tulsa, OK metro area, the top-earning criminal justice-related role is Attorney at a median $103,170 annually (BLS OEWS, May 2024).
Closest Criminal Justice Schools to Tulsa
The 10 accredited institutions below are the closest among the 34 schools in our directory that offer criminal justice programs near Tulsa. Distances are calculated from Tulsa city center.
| School | City | Distance | Tuition | Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa Technology Center | Tulsa, OK | 1.4 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Tulsa Community College | Tulsa, OK | 4.8 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences | Tulsa, OK | 5.7 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Rogers State University | Claremore, OK | 20.0 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| College of the Muscogee Nation | Okmulgee, OK | 34.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northeast Technology Center | Pryor, OK | 35.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Central Technology Center | Drumright, OK | 39.2 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Bacone College | Muskogee, OK | 40.1 mi | $15,060 - $30,407 | – |
| Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee | Muskogee, OK | 41.1 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
| Northeastern State University | Tahlequah, OK | 54.3 mi | Contact school for pricing | – |
Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Oklahoma schools on the Oklahoma criminal justice page.
Criminal Justice Wages Near Tulsa
Tulsa is part of the Tulsa, OK metro area (BLS area code 46140). Where MSA-level wages are published, the table below shows MSA medians; otherwise it falls back to Oklahoma statewide.
| Occupation | Median Wage | Source | COL-Adjusted (US=100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attorney | $103,170 | Tulsa, OK | $115,661 |
| Judge or Magistrate | N/A | OK statewide | – |
| Police Supervisor | $96,350 | Tulsa, OK | $108,016 |
| Detective or Criminal Investigator | $77,440 | Tulsa, OK | $86,816 |
| Police or Sheriff’s Patrol Officer | $61,580 | Tulsa, OK | $69,036 |
| Correctional Officer | $45,710 | Tulsa, OK | $51,244 |
| Probation Officer | $50,900 | Tulsa, OK | $57,063 |
| Forensic Science Technician | $64,990 | OK statewide | $72,859 |
| Paralegal or Legal Assistant | $50,200 | Tulsa, OK | $56,278 |
| Information Security Analyst | $82,070 | Tulsa, OK | $92,007 |
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.
Tulsa at a Glance
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 412,322 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003) |
| Median household income | $58,407 | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013) |
| Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ | 33.3% | Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003) |
| Regional Price Parity (US=100) | 89.2 (below U.S. average) | BEA RPP 2024 |
Other Tulsa-Area Cities With Criminal Justice Programs
- Broken Arrow, OK – 9.3 mi away (107,403 pop)
- Jenks, OK – 9.8 mi away (21,812 pop)
- Owasso, OK – 11.8 mi away (35,784 pop)
- Bixby, OK – 12.7 mi away (25,333 pop)
- Sapulpa, OK – 13.6 mi away (20,928 pop)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many accredited criminal justice schools are near Tulsa, OK?
Our directory has 34 accredited schools offering criminal justice programs near Tulsa. The closest is Tulsa Technology Center in Tulsa, OK (1.4 miles), and the farthest in our top picks is Northeastern State University (54.3 miles). 0 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.
What are the highest-paying criminal justice roles near Tulsa?
Based on BLS OEWS May 2024 wage data, the top-paying criminal justice-related roles near Tulsa are: Attorney ($103,170), Police Supervisor ($96,350), Information Security Analyst ($82,070). These reflect MSA-level medians where published, with Oklahoma statewide fallback for occupations not reported at the metro level.
Should I look at programs in Broken Arrow instead of Tulsa?
Broken Arrow, OK is 9.3 miles from Tulsa 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 Tulsa an affordable place to study criminal justice?
Tulsa’s median household income of $58,407 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Tulsa while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma
- 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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