The Missouri Sheriffs’ Association will award scholarhips to some deserving Criminal Justice majors.

Platte County Sheriff Richard Anderson says the scholarships will go to 16 college-bound Missouri high school seniors who intend to pursue a criminal justice career at a Missouri college or university.

 

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
· Be in good standing with his/her school
· Have a good reference from his/her school counselor
· Demonstrate financial need
· Have a 2.0 GPA or greater
· Be active in extra-curricular activities

Also required, a paragraph attached to the application detailing his/her goals ten years after high school graduation.

Students interested in applying for scholarship and obtaining an application should contact:

Missouri Sheriffs’ Association
6605 Business 50 West
Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 635-5925, ext 100