American Criminal Justice Association (Lambda Alpha Epsilon) Scholarship

Name: American Criminal Justice Association (Lambda Alpha Epsilon) Scholarship

Award Amount: $200 to $2,000

Information and Eligibility:
The American Criminal Justice Association (ACJA), also known as Lambda Alpha Epsilon, offers scholarships to students pursuing careers in criminal justice, law enforcement, forensic science, corrections, security studies and related public-safety fields. The scholarship program reflects ACJA’s mission to promote professionalism, academic excellence and ethical service within the criminal-justice community. Awards support students who demonstrate strong academic achievement, leadership, community involvement and a clear commitment to a criminal-justice career path.
Eligibility criteria include:

• Academic Level: Open to undergraduate and graduate students currently enrolled in an accredited criminal-justice or related program.
• Membership: Applicants must be active members of the American Criminal Justice Association / Lambda Alpha Epsilon in good standing.
• Coursework: Must have completed a minimum number of credit hours in criminal-justice courses (requirements may vary by chapter or national level).
• Academic Standing: Applicants should have a strong GPA and demonstrate progress toward completing their degree.

Application Requirements:

• Completed ACJA/LAE scholarship application form.
• Official or unofficial transcripts documenting academic achievement.
• Résumé outlining criminal-justice coursework, internships, volunteer work, campus involvement and leadership activities.
• Personal essay describing career goals in criminal justice and how the scholarship will support educational and professional development.
• Letters of recommendation from instructors, advisors, law-enforcement mentors or chapter officers.

Selection Criteria:

• Academic excellence and commitment to completing a criminal-justice degree.
• Active participation in ACJA/LAE at the chapter, regional or national level.
• Demonstrated dedication to public service, leadership and ethical conduct.
• Strength of personal statement and overall professionalism of the application.

Additional Details:

• Scholarships may be awarded annually at the national ACJA conference or through regional divisions.
• Awards may support tuition, textbooks, professional-development activities or other education-related expenses.
• Recipients often gain recognition within the organization and may be eligible for leadership opportunities or competitive events.

Deadline:

• December

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