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Things that move you up the pile
The recent graduate program
The agency recruits new graduates with a 3.0 GPA or better, or high class standing, through a separate program. Start in your last semester.
Fluency in another language
Speaking it well enough for professional conversations can earn a one-time bonus of 25% of your pay.
Military service
About one in five Secret Service employees is a veteran, and eligible veterans get preference in hiring.
Prior federal law enforcement
It can exempt you from the upper age limit.