Wisconsin Professional Police Association Scholarship

  • Posted November 27, 2023

 

DUE:  February 1, 2024

 

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR THE WPPA SCHOLARSHIP?

Any Wisconsin resident enrolling in a college or vocational/technical school in a course of study leading to a two- or four-year degree in police science, criminal justice, or a law enforcement-related field – which does not include law school – is eligible.

 

  • Complete the Scholarship Application in its entirety. You may complete the application online or may send paper copies. 
  • Enclose a typewritten essay (on 8½ x 11 paper) of 200 words or less outlining why you have chosen a law enforcement career. Include any special projects relating to your interest in law enforcement and any other factors you wish the committee to consider.
  • Type in the top right corner of each page of the essay your full name and complete address.
  • Sign and date the essay.
  • Enclose three (3) letters of recommendation from three different sources (i.e., not more than one letter from any one source). Sources may include family, school, neighbor, clergy, employer, civic organization, law enforcement, etc. (For example, send one letter of recommendation from your school, one from a police officer, and one from a family member.)
  • Enclose a transcript of high school and/or college grades.
  • Scholarship applications must be postmarked on or before February 1 and mailed to:
    WPPA Scholarship Committee, 660 John Nolen Drive, Suite 300, Madison, Wisconsin 53713.