(b) The purpose of the program is to provide tuition assistance for students:

(1) Attending a degree program that would further the student’s career in law enforcement at an eligible institution with the intent to be a police officer after graduation; or

(2) Who are currently police officers attending a degree program that would further the police officer’s career in law enforcement at an eligible institution.

(c) The Office shall publicize the availability of the Maryland Police Officers Scholarship.