Student Trooper Scholarship
The American Legion, Department of Michigan
Award Amount: $1,000
Deadline: 2026-05-01
Location: MI
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Grade Level: 10; 11; 12
Overview
The American Legion Student Trooper Program, also known as the Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program, is a rigorous week-long program held at the Michigan State Police Training Facility in Lansing. Established in partnership with the Michigan State Police, the program provides high school students with a first-hand look at the daily lives of law enforcement officers. Participants receive hands-on training in firearms safety, self-defense, underwater rescue, crash site investigation, and physical fitness, helping them determine if a career in criminal justice is their goal for the future.