Admission
Applications to the program are reviewed on a rolling basis, and those admitted will be placed into cohorts. Cohorts begin and end the program with the same group of colleagues, taking all the same courses. See a schedule of cohorts forming.
Requirements for Admission
Applicants to the Graduate Public Safety Aspiring Leaders Program (PALP) must:
- Be experienced public safety professionals that are currently employed by a public safety agency or organization, and desire to rise to supervisory ranks
- Be endorsed by their chief, CEO, or local commander
- Possess a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university together with a successful academic record
- Meet entrance criteria established by the University
For admission each student must submit a formal application, essay, resume, letter of endorsement and official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions. You may begin the application process or contact our offices (410-516-9900) to speak with a representative about the program.
Applicants are interviewed, and an admissions committee makes the final selection of candidates. *Application fee is waived for all public safety professionals.
