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You must have either a high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
You must be a U.S. citizen at the time of your application.
You must be 21 years old at the time of the entrance exam. There are no maximum age limitations.
You must meet all legal requirements for future licensing and certification required by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE). For a complete listing of the state’s licensing requirements please visit TCOLE.