Welcome to the University of Georgia Police Department website.

Through this site you will be able to learn about our mission, our staff, and the many services that we provide to the University of Georgia community. You will also find important information about campus safety and crime statistic information compiled by our department.

P. Daniel Silk
Chief of Police

UGAPD Daily Logs

Daily Police Reports

The University of Georgia Police Department in accordance with federal law provides daily logs summarizing our daily police reports.

Crime Prevention

Crime Prevention

Visit our crime prevention page to view important information and tips to keep you and your property safe.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q&A 

We provide answers to some of our most common questions regarding our department and the campus community.

UGAPD Crime Stats

Crime Statistics

The University of Georgia Police Department in accordance with federal law provides annual crime statistics reports

The UGA Police Department is an innovative, full-service law enforcement agency.

Learn about the potential for an exciting and rewarding career.

$40,000 starting annual pay, PLUS:

  • $1,000 raise upon completion of the police academy
  • $1,000 raise upon completion of field training
  • $2,000 raise at two years, with additional training
  • Up to $3,500 salary increase for college degrees
  • Tuition assistance, for any state universities in Georgia
  • Uniforms, weapons, and equipment provided
  • Paid vacation/holiday/sick leave
  • Medical/vision/dental/life insurance
  • Teachers Retirement System (TRS)
  • Promotion potential
  • Diverse training and special assignment opportunities

Of the more than 1,100 law enforcement agencies in the state, The University of Georgia Police Department is one of only 129 law enforcement agencies certified by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police, 2019).

The University of Georgia Police Department achieved its initial state certification in 2007. Being a state certified agency means the University of Georgia Police Department is committed to following a set of standards established as best practices by the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police. This commitment requires the agency to open its records and facilities every three years to a team of assessors from outside agencies. These assessors critically examine the agency by way of inspecting files and records, police vehicle fleets, communications centers, and evidence and property control functions to ensure that our policies and procedures meet or exceed acceptable law enforcement practices.

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Stopping Sexual Assaults Video

 

GT Police Gameday PSA Video

UGA Gameday Info

Gameday Information

Visit the University of Georgia Athletic Department's page to learn more about important information to make your football Saturday in Athens a fun and safe experience.