Law Enforcement Science Requirements
Associate Degree Program | 70 Credits
Admission Criteria Technology Requirements ADDITIONAL PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Curriculum
Admission Criteria
- High School GPA: 2.0
- GED: Sub-scores ≥ 145
- College GPA: 2.0, based on 9+ credits
- ACT: 15
- SAT: 830
Additional Program Requirements
Completion of a background check and drug screen are required before program classes start.
Uniforms are required for this program and can be purchased through the STC Bookstore.
Read the Technical Standards form and review physical requirements. If you apply online, this is part of the application process.
Law Enforcement Technical Standards
Satisfactory completion of LE 291 is required to take the South Dakota Law Enforcement
Standards and Training Commission Reciprocity Examination, which must be taken within
two years of graduation. Applicant must be 21 years of age to sit for this exam.
Requirements: Achievement of a “C” or better for all LE courses. Overall GPA must
be a 2.0 to graduate.