Dear Candidate:
Thank you for your interest in the Basic Police Academy.
The following information has been prepared to help familiarize you with some general requirements should you be planning on a rewarding career in the law enforcement field. We have also posted forms that must be completed to apply for entrance into the Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Program here at Kent State University.
For admission to Kent State Trumbull, contact:
James M. Ritter, Ph.D.
330-675-8935
jritter0@kent.edu
Financial Aid Opportunities Available!
Contact Nicolette Fenlock at 330-675-8860 or nmhall@kent.edu for more information. FAFSA Required.
Prospective cadets must meet the following minimum standards in order to apply:
Sealed or expunged felony convictions as an adult will exclude a prospective cadet from admission to the Academy.
General Academy Requirements and Policies