Requirements

Age

  • Must be 20 years old to apply
  • Must also reach 21st birthday before completing the academy​
  • Sworn police officers do face mandatory retirement at age 65

Education

  • Must be a high school graduate (or hold a GED) at minimum

Other Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must be eligible to obtain a Virginia or North Carolina driver's license
  • Must sign agreement to avoid using tobacco products on or off duty
  • Must maintain an acceptable fitness level​

Automatic Disqualifiers