ASIS Foundation–IFPO Certification Scholarships
Application Deadline: October 31, 2025

The ASIS Foundation, in partnership with the International Foundation for Protection Officers are offering scholarships to support individual advancement in the security profession.

 

IFPO Certified Protection Officer (CPO) Scholarships*

The CPO (Certified Protection Officer) program is designed for security officers and students who wish to learn more about asset security/protection. It is aimed at individuals with a professional orientation.

CPO Requirements:
Candidates must have six (6) months of full-time protection officer experience (or equivalent) or one year of part-time protection officer experience (or equivalent). Students enrolled in a recognized classroom training program may also qualify for this program.


*The IFPO scholarships are open to all security professionals and offered in English and Spanish programs. There is a portion of scholarships exclusively for women in security. ASIS MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED.

The BSOS Feller Center for Advising & Career Planning is sponsoring the Suit Yourself Professional Clothing Award, which supports BSOS undergraduate students who need financial assistance to purchase professional clothing for an upcoming interview, networking event, or professional conference. This is a one-time $200 award to current BSOS undergraduate students. 

Complete the very short application before 12 pm on September 12, 2025. Questions? Contact the Feller Center’s Career Planning team via email, bsoscareers@umd.edu.

Read more and apply

***If you need clothes more immediately or don’t get the scholarship, you can also visit the USG Career Closet!**

Are you a current 3rd YEAR student striving to make a big impact on US or global issues you’re passionate about? Are you developing outstanding leadership experiences on or off campus? Do you plan a career in public service? Learn about the 2026 Truman Scholarships for leadership and public service!

The Truman program provides a $30,000 grad study award, plus top-level internship opportunities, and participation in an unrivaled professional network of leaders and change-makers in public service. We are looking for 3rd year UMD students with outstanding leadership experience, a strong focus on specific public policy goals and activities, and excellent academic performance. 

To learn more please click here to complete a brief questionnaire, or write to us at truman@umd.edu

UMD Nomination Application Deadline: Monday, November 3, 2025

The Truman Scholarship program (www.truman.gov) is the official federal memorial for President Harry S. Truman, and recognizes JUNIORS (3rd year students) with demonstrated abilities to contribute to the public good through outstanding leadership and service. Aspiring leaders in their 1st and 2nd years are welcome to respond also!

US Citizenship is required by April 2026. GPA of 3.4 or higher strongly recommended.

Are you an undergraduate student, Pell Grant recipient, and U.S. citizen? Are you interested in studying abroad?

You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship! Here’s what you could earn:

• Up to $5,000 for studying or interning abroad + $500 from UMD Education Abroad through the Gilman Guarantee program
• An additional $3,000 if you are studying a Critical Language
• An additional  $1,000 STEM Award for applicants who are doing STEM-related research abroad
• and 12 months of noncompetitive eligibility for federal employment for Gilman scholars

UMD students are successful Gilman Scholarship Recipients!

• In the last two years a record 104 UMD students received the Gilman scholarship!
• These Terps won a total of $339,000 to study abroad!
• UMD applicants regularly outperform the national average acceptance rate!

To help you join the ranks of UMD Gilman Scholars, we are hosting several information sessions. Register for one that works for your schedule!

• Wednesday, September 3, 4:00 – 4:30 pm
• Thursday, September 4, 4:00 – 4:30 pm
• Friday, September 5, 12:00 – 12:30 pm
• Monday, September 8, 2:00 – 2:30 pm
• Tuesday, September 9, 4:30 – 5:00 pm
• Thursday, September 11, 12:00 – 12:30 pm
• Friday, September 12, 3:00 – 3:30 pm

Can’t attend? Join our Gilman ELMS resource page, which offers a lot of helpful information as well as successful example essays, please fill out this quick form.

ELIGIBILITY

Students must be:

• a U.S. citizen
• a Pell Grant recipient 
• undergraduate (includes all majors)
• all program lengths are eligible

DEADLINE: October 3, 2025 (For abroad programs that start between December 1, 2025 and October 31, 2026.) But if you are thinking of studying abroad in the next year, attend one of these sessions!

All students enrolled in USG-credited classes for the Fall 2025 semester can submit an application through the TargetX Student Portal. 

Notifications will be sent out within the first two weeks of the Fall semester. 

Please visit the USG Center for Scholarships for more information, and schedule an appointment with one of the team members for any questions or assistance with this process.  

Maryland Police Officer and Probation Agent Scholarship Program Applications Open

Current police officers or probation agents or individuals planning to become a police officer or probation agent after graduation are encouraged to apply for the Maryland Police Officers and Probation Agent Scholarship.

Who may apply?

Students who are current police officers or probation agents or individuals planning to become a police officer or probation agent after graduation who are:

• Accepted for admission or currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a Maryland public senior institution
• A Maryland resident or graduated from a Maryland high school
• Enrolled full-time or part-time pursuing a course of study or program that would further the recipient’s career in law enforcement. 

How do I apply?

Individuals applying for the Maryland Police Officers and Probation Agent Scholarship must submit the online application through the Maryland College Aid Processing System (MDCAPS) using the MHEC One App.  

Important Deadline

• The application for the 2025-2026 academic year will close April 1, 2026.

Service Obligation Requirement

An applicant awarded the Maryland Police Officers and Probation Agent Scholarship must sign and return a promissory note and service obligation agreement agreeing to begin fulfillment of the service obligation as follows:  

• A recipient must work as a police officer as defined in 3-201 of the Public Safety Article  in the state for no less than five years during the eight-year period after graduation. 

Award 

An annual scholarship award shall be 50% of the equivalent annual tuition and mandatory fees of a resident undergraduate student at the eligible institution. 

To learn more about MHEC and how we support our students, visit mhec.maryland.gov.