Maryland Police Officer Scholarship Program
The Maryland Police Officer Scholarship supports current and aspiring police officers in Maryland pursuing academic programs, requiring recipients to serve as police officers in the state after graduation.
Funder: Maryland Higher Education Commission
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application and required documentation)
Funding Amounts: Covers tuition and mandatory fees; award amounts may vary by institution and program.
Summary: Supports current and aspiring Maryland police officers pursuing academic programs with a service commitment to law enforcement in the state.
Key Information: Recipients must pledge to work as a Maryland police officer after graduation to fulfill the service obligation.
Description
The Maryland Police Officer Scholarship Program is designed to strengthen the law enforcement workforce in Maryland by providing financial support to current police officers and individuals planning to become police officers. Eligible applicants must be enrolled in an academic program that furthers a law enforcement career and are required to commit to working as a police officer in Maryland upon completion of their studies. This service-based scholarship is administered by the Office of Student Financial Assistance (OSFA) at the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC).
