Citizen Police Academy

The purpose of the Citizen Police Academy is to allow the public to experience the many aspects of police work firsthand. the academy consists of a series of classes taught by members of the Bismarck Police Department. In addition, students receive hands on train as well. The Bismarck Police Department hopes that by offering a Citizen Police Academy, the participants will better understand the operational responsibilities that all members of the police department undertake on a daily basis. The academy is eleven weeks long and meets one night a week. Classes are scheduled to run up to three hours each night. There is no cost to participate in the academy.

Requirements to participate in the academy are as follows:

Applicants must live, work, or attend school in the City of Bismarck

Applicant must be at least 18 years of age

Applicants must complete an application, sign a release and waiver, and pass a background investigation.

Applicant must not have a prior criminal record

Applications can be found on the Bismarck Police Department website or may be picked up at the police department located at 700 S 9th St.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THE 2025 ACADEMY IS CLOSED.