Polygraph News
Congratulations
Congratulations to the new examiners of Class 34 who graduated from the Texas Department of Public Safety Law Enforcement Polygraph School on November 15, 2024.
Special congratulations also to Class 34 students Jamie George and Suzannahe Smith. Jamie George was awarded the DPS Director's Award for highest class GPA, and Suzannahe Smith was awarded the School Director's Award for overall outstanding student.
Application Window
The Texas Department of Public Safety is currently accepting applications for the Basic Polygraph Examiners Course that is scheduled for September 2025. The application window closes on July 6, 2025.
Tuition Increase
The Texas Department of Public Safety Law Enforcement Polygraph School is dedicated to remaining the country's premier law enforcement polygraph training program. To address the increasing expenses for supplies, instructors, and equipment, we have made the decision to raise our tuition costs. This increase reflects our commitment to maintaining high standards and ensuring the best educational experience.
Effective September 2025, the tuition for the session will increase from $4,000 to $5,000 per student. All applications for the September 2025 session that were received before December 6, 2024, will secure the current tuition rate of $4,000.
We are committed to providing top-quality training and appreciate your understanding as we implement this change.
Application Process
To be considered for the Basic Polygraph Examiners Course, applicants must:
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Complete and submit a Texas DPS Polygraph School Application;
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Be a US citizen;
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Have no convictions for a felony offense or a misdemeanor offense of moral turpitude;
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Be a full-time employee of the law enforcement agency sponsoring the student; and
- Have at least five years of law enforcement investigative experience or a four-year degree from a university.
For additional questions regarding the school, please refer to the online school catalog or contact the school’s administrative assistant.