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Education: Applicants must have a minimum of 60 college earned hours from a regional accredited college or university. Prior law enforcement or military experience at the following ratios may substitute for required semester hours:
Now Accepting Applications for the B-2025, C-2025 and D-2025 Trooper Training Academies. $5000 stipend now presented upon graduation from Trooper Training Academy
For employment consideration, interested candidates are encouraged to search available positions and submit an online application. Peace Officer Certification established by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). If you were not Commissioned in the State of Texas you will need to be licensed with TCOLE.
To underscore the importance of professional growth to the success of the individual and the team, we provide training, model community-oriented policing skills and engage wholeheartedly with the university campus and our surrounding community.
Located in San Marcos, Texas, the University plays a major role in the community. The Texas State University Police Department (UPD) is an accredited agency that plays a critical role in the safety and security of all faculty, staff, students and visitors on campus.
You must submit an application to the academy. Upon submission, you will be given the time and location of the physical agility test. Arrive early so that you can check in. Bring your government issued identification card or South Texas College ID card so that we may verify your identity.
This guide includes step-by-step instructions on how to become a Texas State Trooper by following these steps: Review minimum requirements for employment; Submit an online application; Submit required forms and documents; Complete the physical readiness and written tests, polygraph and meet with the Assessment Board
