Police Academy Admissions

Admissions Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED Equivalency.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must be free from convictions of disqualifying criminal offenses.
  • Conviction - an adjudication of guilt including the imposition of a sentence.
    • Disqualifying criminal offense – a criminal offense for which more than 1 year in prison can be imposed as punishment.
• Possess a valid drivers license.
• Successfully pass a physical, psychological, reading, & fitness test.

Apply

Physical Examination, Drug Screen, and Physical Fitness Form

Complete the Physical Examination, Drug Screen, and Physical Fitness forms signed by a physician. The Vision form is only required if the physician does not complete vision information on the Physical Examination form.

Psychological Evaluation Form

Complete the Psychological Evaluation form signed by a licensed psychologist. A list of local psychologist who are available to provide the evaluation are available by request.

Pre-Test Release Form

Complete the Pre-Test Release form and indicate your emergency contact.

In addition to the required health forms, all information in the registration packet must be completed. This includes:

• Confidential Inquiry Forms
• Driving Record
• PA Criminal History
• Birth Certificate copy
• High School Diploma or Transcripts or GED copy
• Driver’s License copy
• Standard Release Form
• Eligibility to Carry

Reading and Fitness Testing

All academy entrants must pass the Nelson-Denny Reading Test at the 9th grade level and must pass the Cooper Fitness Standards at the 30th percentile.

The physical training test will consist of four separate tests:

• 300 meter run
• Sit-ups
• Push-ups
• 1.5 mile run

Applicants are required to reach the 30th percentile for their gender/age for entrance into the Academy. A copy of the Cooper Fitness standards is included in the packet provided to applicants.

Interview

An interview with Academy staff is required as part of the application process. Interviews are held between March and May of the year leading up to the start of the Academy.

Once you have successfully completed the reading and fitness test, your interview with Academy staff will be scheduled.

If you are selected to join the upcoming class of cadets, a formal acceptance will be sent along with additional information to get you started. Tuition and any associated fees must be paid prior to the start of the Academy.