To be eligible for the Officer Collin Rose Memorial Foundation Scholarship, applicants must: be a U.S. citizen and a Michigan resident age 17 or older; have a 2.5 GPA with a demonstrated record of good attendance; be accepted and entering into a field of study at an accredited post-secondary institution or accredited basic police or fire training academy; be entering into applicable fields (mediation, dispute resolution, criminal justice, law enforcement, firefighting or paramedic services); and be pursuing an associate, undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate degree.
In addition to the aforementioned eligibilities, applicants must: be familiar with the legacy of Officer Rose, his dedication toward continued education and the pursuit of excellence as a police canine handler; submit their most recent school transcript; submit a portrait photograph suitable for publication; submit a letter of recommendation and list of accomplishments if desired; submit a 500 word biographical essay highlighting their career aspirations; and be available for a personal interview by the Scholarship Awards Committee if so requested.