Deadline for Accepting Applications: February 15th
Award Applied To:
Tuition or books for police/fire science programs
Eligibility
Criteria:
Minimum GPA 2.5
Enrollment status – full or part-time
High school/GED certification and/or college transcripts required
Subject to background check
Applicant must be enrolled in or prove intent to enroll in the next academic year of a two or four year accredited school offering police or fire science related courses
Basic
Requirements:
Recipient must be an active member or recommended by an active member in good standing in CIFIA
Letter of reference – from recipient’s agency administrator
Two (2) letters of character reference (excluding active member’s recommendation)
Original essay of no less than 150 words from recipient providing background information and career goals which specifically detail the educational plans in the field of fire investigation
100 word letter of recommendation from sponsoring member
Disbursement
of Funds:
CIFIA Scholarship Committee
P.O. Box 2631
East Peoria, IL 61611-0631
