Education/Scholarship Information
When you or kids are about to head to college, trying to figure out finances on a police officer's salary can be daunting! Here are some links to hopefully help your child find some extra help.
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First Responders Children’s Foundation Scholarships: https://1strcf.org/scholarship/
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For FOP members: https://fop.net/benefit/higher-education-partners/
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Maine Chiefs of Police Association Scholarships: http://www.mainechiefs.com/download-forms
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Police Explorer Scholarships: https://www.exploring.org/scholarships/
THE INTERNATIONAL UNION OF POLICE ASSOCIATIONS Free College Benefit Makes It Possible For You And Your Family Members To Earn An Associate Degree Completely Online – For FREE.
​Every year, the I.U.P.A. selects promising students for scholarships who demonstrate academic excellence coupled with the desire to pursue studies and careers within the law enforcement field.
Liberty University is committed to providing world-class education and helping students achieve their educational goals. Firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and other first responders can receive a discount on tuition as our appreciation for the significant contributions they make to their communities.
Maine College Information
Note that many colleges offer online classes, especially for criminal justice degrees. Also, 2-years community colleges as usually at least â…“ the price per credit hour. Offers do not necessarily need a criminal justice degree, but could also use applicable ones like psychology or none at all. But having a degree shows your ability to learn and grow as well as your commitment to pursue a job in law enforcement. There are also many universities out of state that offer online classes as well. Check with the FOP and your agency for more information about educational assistance or programs they pay for.
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4 - Year Maine Colleges that offer criminal justice degrees
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Husson University (Bangor, ME)
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Saint Joseph's College of Maine (Standish, ME)
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Thomas College (Waterville, ME)
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University of Maine at Augusta (Augusta, ME)
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University of Maine at Fort Kent (Fort Kent, ME)
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University of Maine at Presque Isle (Presque Isle, ME)
2 - Year Maine Colleges that offer criminal justice degrees
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Central Maine Community College (Auburn, ME)
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Eastern Maine Community College (Bangor, ME)
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Southern Maine Community College (Brunswick, ME)
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York County Community College (Wells, ME)