William J. Yankee Memorial Scholarship

Direct application

Up to $6,500

Eligibility

Major
Criminal Justice Protective
Education level
Undergraduate

About this scholarship

Applicants with a four-year degree from an accredited college or university who will attend an APA-accredited basic polygraph examiner education course may apply.

The American Polygraph Association underwrites the cost of basic polygraph training for one candidate each year, up to $6,500.

Submit a cover letter, resume, essay of up to 1,000 words on detection of deception or related fields, two recommendation letters, and an official transcript by the June deadline.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Cover letter
  • Résumé
  • Essay of up to 1,000 words on detection of deception or related fields
  • Two recommendation letters
  • Official transcript