Requirements and Application Process

What is Required to Participate in the Program?

Be a bachelor's degree-seeking, freshman or sophomore with a declared major in criminal justice. Students must not have taken any criminal justice courses prior to applying.
Be a United States citizen.
Opt in to the Public Safety Academy program and complete an application (see below).
Be willing to complete additional training, field lab experiences, and periodic written exams.

Pass a physical exam.
Must have a minimum overall 2.8 GPA prior to admittance and must maintain a 2.5 GPA in the major for the duration of the program.
Pass a criminal background check and driver's history report.
Pass an entrance examination. View the minimum scores required.
Pass the Physical Ability Test.
Pass a panel interview.
Pass a Psychological examination.

Take the next step in your criminal justice career and be ready to step into your future as a public safety professional.

How Do I Enroll in the Program?

Apply today (PDF)!
Application deadlines: October 15 for fall admits and March 15 for spring admits
Provide a certified copy of a birth certificate.
Provide a copy of a Social Security card.
Provide an official high school diploma and transcript.
Pay program fee upon acceptance.

Provide a copy of a valid driver's license.
Provide transcripts from any other universities attended, if applicable.
Provide a certified copy of a DD-214, if applicable.
Sign a liability waiver.