Application Fee

$75.00

The Academy Experience at Temple

Accredited by the Municipal Police Officers’ Training and Education Commission (MPOETC) of Pennsylvania, Temple University’s Police Academy maintains high academic and physical fitness standards and has a mandatory attendance policy.  Temple’s academy is a full-time, twenty-two week experience, which meets Monday through Friday from approximately 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Enrollment is generally limited to thirty students in each class. This year, as in years past, we are seeking the best and brightest candidates.

Ready to Apply?

If you are committed to pursuing a career in law enforcement and feel that your motivation, judgment, integrity, physical and intellectual abilities will place you among our best applicants this year, we look forward to receiving your application! Applications are reviewed as they are received.

Spring 2024 Academy Dates: Start May 6th, 2024

  • Application Deadline: March 1st, 2024

Fall 2024 Academy Dates: Start October 7th, 2024

  • Application Deadline: September 2nd, 2024

Spring 2025 Academy Dates: Start May 5th, 2025

  • Application Deadline: April 1st, 2025

Fall 2025 Academy Dates: Start October 6th, 2025

  • Application Deadline: September 2nd, 2025

Basic Eligibility

Below are some basic eligibility requirements to be considered for admission. Please do not wait to submit your application.  It should be submitted prior to obtaining any of the required documents.

  • Submit acceptable criminal history and driving history
  • Provide proof of completion of high school (copy of diploma or transcripts)
  • Complete a medical and psychological exam
  • Submit a drug screen
  • Submit one reference
  • Submit copy of your driver’s license
  • Submit copy of DD 214 if applicable
  • Pass a standardized reading test (applicants must be able to read at a 9th grade reading level or higher)
  • Pass the physical fitness entrance test

Costing Information

  • Academy tuition: $6,000 (excluding application fee). Uniforms are an additional expense (approximately $400-$600).
  • Flexible payment options-applicants can pay by credit card, debit card, personal check or money order.
  • Traditional student financial aid is not eligible for this program.
  • The academy does not offer a payment plan at this time.

How to Contact Us

Thank you for your interest in the Temple University Municipal Police Officer Academy.  If at any time during the on-line application process you have a question, please contact our academy staff for immediate and helpful assistance: 

Jeff Nowak, Director - Temple University Police Academy

  • jeffrey.nowak@temple.edu