ASIS Providence Scholarship

Scholarship Sponsored by ASIS Providence Chapter

Description Purpose and scope

This scholarship was created by members of the ASIS International Providence Chapter to support students pursuing undergraduate degrees in Criminal Justice, Security Management, law enforcement, or related security fields. It aims to promote professionalism and higher education within the security community by providing financial assistance to qualifying students. The award is intended for students enrolled in a formal degree program at an accredited institution who plan to advance their careers in the security or criminal-justice sectors.

Key takeaways:

• Established to advance professionalism and education in security-related fields.
• Intended for undergraduate students in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related areas.
• Must be enrolled in a formal degree program at an accredited institution.

Eligibility Who may apply

Applicants must be actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or a related security field and must be enrolled in a formal degree program at an accredited college or university. Candidates should demonstrate an intention to progress their careers in criminal justice or security management. Applicants must follow the application instructions and meet all submission requirements to be considered.

Key takeaways:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate degree program.
• Fields: Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related security disciplines.
• Applicants should show clear career intent in security or criminal justice.

Criteria Selection standards

Recipients are chosen based on merit, demonstrated professionalism, academic performance, and personal character. The selection committee looks for applicants who have shown exemplary performance within their programs and who are actively enhancing their skills through formal education. Awards are made without regard to race, religion, sex, or other demographic factors and are competitive; past recipients are not guaranteed future awards.

Key takeaways:

• Selection based on merit, professionalism, and character.
• Competitive process; nondiscriminatory selection.
• Awards are not automatically renewable.

Application

Packet Required materials

A complete application must include the signed personal information form and the required supporting documents. Applicants must submit a 500–1000 word essay describing their career and educational objectives and explaining why they merit the scholarship, up to three personal recommendations (personal recommendation form), and the most recent school transcript. Incomplete packets or missing items may disqualify an application.

Key takeaways:

• Essay: 500–1000 words outlining objectives and justification.
• Up to three personal recommendations and most recent transcript required.
• Incomplete application packets are not eligible for review.

Selection

Process and

Timeline How and when applications are reviewed

The award process is competitive and conducted by a selection committee using the established criteria. All applications must be received by the annual August deadline; the committee reviews submissions through the end of August. Final recipients are selected after committee review; applicants should contact the chapter for specific notification timelines.

Key takeaways:

• Annual application deadline: August.
• Committee reviews applications through the end of August.
• Decisions follow committee review; contact chapter for notification dates.

Responsibilities of the

Recipient Post-award requirements

By accepting the scholarship, recipients acknowledge they may be asked to provide an educational progress report to ASIS Providence Chapter officers if requested. Recipients are expected to continue their studies and uphold the professional standards that formed the basis of their selection. Failure to comply with reporting requests could affect future eligibility for chapter-sponsored awards.

Key takeaways:

• Recipients may be asked to submit an educational progress report.
• Recipients should maintain the standards of professionalism and academic progress.
• Reporting requests are a condition of continued good standing with the chapter.

Award

Value Amount and disbursement

The scholarship guidelines do not specify a fixed award amount in the published materials. Award values may vary depending on available funds and chapter decisions in a given year. Applicants should contact the ASIS International Providence Chapter directly for current award amounts and disbursement procedures.

Key takeaways:

• Award amount is not specified in the provided guidelines.
• Funding levels may vary year to year.
• Contact the chapter for current award amounts and payment details.

History of the

Award Origins and intent

The scholarship was established by members of the ASIS International Providence Chapter to foster education and professionalism within the security field. Its creation reflects the chapter’s commitment to supporting emerging professionals in criminal justice and security management through financial assistance and recognition. The award is part of the chapter’s broader effort to strengthen the security profession by investing in student development.

Key takeaways:

• Founded by ASIS International Providence Chapter members.
• Intended to support education and professionalism in security fields.
• Part of the chapter’s commitment to developing future security professionals.