Crime Scene Scholarship Application
Deadline May 1, 2019 | Amount $1,000.00
The Mike Byrd Crime Scene Investigation Scholarship is awarded to:
Any Miami-Dade, Broward, or Monroe County high school senior or full-time college student:
- Who is the son or daughter of a sworn officer working for any law enforcement agency within the geographical boundaries of Miami-Dade County and
- Who is planning to or is currently majoring in Biology, Chemistry, Forensics, Pathology, or any major affiliated to Crime Scene Investigation and
- Currently maintains a 2.5 minimum grade point average
This scholarship is awarded based on achievement in the Sciences associated with Crime Scene Investigation. One scholarship in the amount of $1,000.00 will be awarded. Prior applicants and recipients may apply for this scholarship annually.
Please submit the following items:
- Mike Byrd Scholarship Application
- A certified transcript of your grades
High School Seniors also include the following:
- One letter of recommendation from a faculty member who is familiar with your work
- One letter of recommendation from a school guidance counselor
- Prior to receiving the scholarship funds, you must provide us with a confirmation of enrollment letter from the college, university, or vocational school you are attending.
Applications and supporting documentation must be postmarked on or before May 1, 2019.
Send to:
Police Officer Assistance Trust
Attn: Scholarship Committee
1030 N.W. 111 Avenue, Suite 232
Miami, Florida 33172