Be no younger than 18 years of age, and no older than 33 years of age.

Be enrolled in an accredited Associate's or Bachelor's degree program within the five boroughs of NYC, Nassau or Westchester Counties.

Be a New York City resident.

Pass a character and background investigation and drug screening. Candidates must meet certain medical and psychological requirements.

Have U.S. Citizenship within two years of hire and/or graduation of college - whichever comes first.

Police Cadets are required to undergo a Job Standard Test (JST).

Be free of any felony convictions.

• Maintain the 2.0 GPA and earn a minimum 12 credits per semester in a Associate's or Bachelor's degree program at an accredited college.
• Take the first available promotional police officer's exam while you are a cadet.
• Attend monthly training every third Saturday of each month at the Police Academy.
• Work full-time during the summer months.
• Work a minimum of 21 hours a month, and no more than 34 hours a week while school is in session.
• While school is in session, Police Cadets may work between 4-8 hours a day.