Cadet Law Academy2026-04-14T12:34:23-05:00

Cadet Law Academy

June 1-6, 2026

Gain real experience as a Kansas law enforcement officer while still in high school.

The Cadet Law Enforcement Academy (CLEA), co-sponsored by the Kansas American Legion, Auxiliary and Kansas Highway Patrol, is held every summer at the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy in Salina, Kansas. The deadline to apply is April 15.

CLEA is not intended to recruit future law enforcement personnel. Instead, it offers high school students the opportunity to gain knowledge regarding training and responsibilities of law enforcement officials. Upon graduation students should better understand, respect and appreciate law enforcement personnel at all levels.

To qualify for the Academy, applicants must have completed their junior or senior year of high school with a “C” average scholastically and be physically able to participate in all activities. Training is provided by qualified instructors from the Kansas Highway Patrol.

More Information:

Call: 785-296-6800 or email: CadetLaw@ks.gov

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Application deadline extended to: April 30

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I submit my application?2026-01-14T11:43:08-06:00

Email is the quickest way to get your application to us.  Should you decide to mail your application, we recommend getting your envelope manually postmarked at your local Post Office and mailing it early, so it arrives by the application deadline.

CadetLaw@ks.gov

When do I apply for Cadet Law?2026-04-14T13:21:20-05:00

Apply during the spring of your Junior or Senior year of high school.  Applications must be submitted by April 15.

The 2026 application deadline has been extended to April 30.

Can I attend more than once?2026-01-06T12:29:40-06:00

No. You can attend either the summer after your junior or senior year only.

I am a sophomore. Can I apply?2026-01-06T12:37:59-06:00

No. Applicants must have completed their junior or senior year in high school to attend. You will apply during your junior or senior year.

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