Missouri Highway Patrol Seeks 2027 Recruit Applicants

The Missouri State Highway Patrol is accepting applications for recruit classes beginning in May and October 2027, with testing held in Jefferson City. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 21 when they graduate from the Patrol’s academy; the selection process includes fitness testing, a polygraph, background checks, medical and psychological evaluations, and drug screening. Academy entrants earn $66,432 annually, rising to $73,824 upon graduation, with pay potentially reaching $98,448 after 12 years; benefits include health insurance and retirement. Graduates may also qualify for college credits through Missouri universities, and recruits may be eligible for an associate degree through Mineral Area College.