Grantham University

THREE Scholarships Awarded

The 2012 awards have been made, click here to see the awardees.

In continuation of its dedication to the professional development needs of law enforcement command staff, the IACP Foundation is pleased to announce the results of its nationwide application process for three full scholarships to Grantham University, one of the oldest, private, accredited online degree granting universities. The scholarships, valued at a total of $108,000, will cover tuition costs, required textbooks, software, and fees for the recipients to earn their undergraduate or graduate degrees.

An educational partner of the IACP and the Foundation since 2004, Grantham University meets the educational needs of working adult students and its 100% online degree programs are flexible and portable, allowing students to fit education into their life instead of arranging their life around the course offerings.

Scholarship Eligibility 

You are eligible to apply for and receive a scholarship to Grantham University through the IACP Foundation IF YOU ARE AN ACTIVE, FULL TIME LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER and meet the following criteria:

Undergraduate Admissions Policy:

• Students entering a degree program must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent in order to be admitted.

• Applicants with high school or previous education in a foreign country, who do not reside in the United States, the United Kingdom or Canada, must demonstrate English language proficiency. A minimum score of 500 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for admission. (www.toefl.org)

• Grantham students need basic computer skills and access to a computer with Windows, Internet access, a Web browser, an e-mail account, and a printer.

Graduate Admissions Policy:

• Students entering an MBA or MS degree program must have a Bachelor's degree (cumulative GPA ≥ 2.50) from either a nationally or regionally accredited institution in order to be admitted. Special circumstances for admission will be judged on a case-by-case basis by the Academics Department. No standardized tests (e.g. GRE or GMAT) are required for admission to the Grantham MBA or MS programs.

• Applicants interested in enrolling into a Master of Science Nursing program must meet the admissions requirements listed at: http://www.grantham.edu/gu-admissions/graduate-admissions/.

• Grantham students need basic computer skills and access to a computer with Windows 2000 or higher, Internet access, a Web browser and an e-mail account. 

IMPORTANT NOTES:

Applications selected for final consideration will be required to send official transcripts from previous high school and college/university study.

If you meet the above eligibility requirements, please complete your application form on Grantham University's website. 

Please be prepared to submit TWO letters of recommendation, electronically, with your application.
 
Additionally, please prepare a 300 to 500 word (1-page) essay explaining what has motivated you to advance your education and how this scholarship from the IACP Foundation and Grantham University will benefit you, your agency and your community

Additional information:

The scholarship recipient must maintain good academic standing and remain continuously enrolled, as defined in the Grantham University Catalog, to maintain scholarship eligibility. The scholarship will only cover the costs of courses, textbooks, software and fees required for the recipient’s chosen degree program. Courses outside of the degree program may be taken, but at the expense of the scholarship recipient.

About the Scholarships

The Foundation is proud to both honor and support our active law enforcement officers who continue to pursue higher education and advance their leadership and management skills.  Through this partnership with Grantham, the Foundation is able to pay tribute to a diverse representation of tomorrow’s leaders in professional policing:

Celebrating Women in Law Enforcement
In celebration of the critical role of women in law enforcement, particularly in leadership capacities, the Foundation and Grantham are pleased to offer the Women in Law Enforcement (WLE) Scholarship.   Recognizing one outstanding female officer in law enforcement, the WLE Scholarship is focused on providing continuing educational opportunities for females in law enforcement and enhancing access to career opportunities as the successful candidate achieves her goal of attaining a bachelor’s or graduate degree at Grantham. 

Honoring Our Combat Veterans in Law Enforcement

The Foundation and Grantham are strong advocates in assisting returning combat veterans as they re-integrate into civilian life.  Their contribution to the safety and security of our nation, combined with their tremendous experience and expertise, make veterans an invaluable asset to law enforcement agencies both large and small.  The Combat Veterans in Law Enforcement (CVLE) Scholarship will award one scholarship to an active law enforcement officer who has served in the military (and has received an honorable discharge) or is currently serving in a reserve status.

Strengthening Our Nation

In honor of all law enforcement officers’ service to our national, state, local and tribal communities, Grantham University announces its dedication of one annual, general IACP Scholarship, recognizing one outstanding law enforcement officer who is making a significant impact their agency or community.  The IACP Scholarship is open to all active duty law enforcement officers as a tribute to the strength and sacrifice demonstrated by their commitment to life on the thin blue line.

Interested applicants must be an active full time law enforcement officer, must meet the University’s minimum admissions requirements, and must fully complete the application along with an essay outlining personal and professional goals, and why they are pursing their chosen degree program.

With these scholarships, IACP and Grantham University look forward to continuing to offer the most committed law enforcement officers the opportunity to advance their education and career, in turn bringing new ideas and expertise to homeland security and the protection of our communities.