Application periods for resident courses are as follows:
| Dec. 15 – Jan. 15 | for April, May and June |
|---|---|
| March 15 – April 15 | for July, Aug. and Sept. |
| June 15 – July 15 | for Oct., Nov. and Dec |
| Sept. 15 – Oct. 15 | for Jan., Feb. and March |
The current resident course application period is: OPEN.
Apply between Sept. 15 – Oct. 15 for on-campus courses scheduled from Jan. through March 2026.
You can apply for a self-study course, course vacancy or the State/National Weekend Program at any time.
Contact the Admissions Office
Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET
netcadmissions@fema.dhs.gov
There are no tuition fees for on-campus, online and NFA-sponsored off-campus courses. All instruction and course materials are provided at no cost.
How we reimburse you
The NFA will reimburse you for airfare (or other ticketed means of transportation) or personal, department/organization and rental vehicle mileage. Learn about the expenses and reimbursement policies associated with your NFA course.
How to obtain Continuing Education Units and college credit for NFA courses
NFA is not an accredited institution, but the courses you take through NFA can be considered for college credit.
Request your NFA transcript
We will provide your transcript to you, or to a college/university you request, at no cost via email.