Q: How much does the academy cost?

Application & Testing Fee: $100 Tuition & Fees: $8,000 Textbooks: $170 Approximate total cost: $8,300 * Amounts are approximate and subject to change. Updated February 2026.

Question 1

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

We are temporarily located in the Mineral Area College Industry and Technology Center at the Park Hills campus.
When you enter the campus from Highway 32, the Industry and Technology Center is the first building on the right, directly across from the dorms.

Question 2

What are your hours?

Accepted Answer

Our academy is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from August to May, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in June and July.

Question 3

How much does the academy cost?

Accepted Answer

Application & Testing Fee: $100
​Tuition & Fees: $8,000
Textbooks: $170
Approximate total cost: $8,300

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* Amounts are approximate and subject to change. Updated February 2026.

Question 4

Is the academy covered by financial aid?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the academy is covered by financial aid.

For more information on financial aid, or how to apply, please visit our financial aid website.

Question 5

How old should I be to apply?

Accepted Answer

Applicants should be at least 19 years old; however, the state licensure (POST) exam cannot be taken until the student is 21 years old. It is recommended that students under 21 attend the academy within one year of their 21st birthday.

Question 6

Will I need further training after I complete the academy?

Accepted Answer

You will graduate from this academy with 600 hours of law enforcement instruction for a Class A license as required by Missouri POST.

Missouri POST requires 24 hours of yearly continuing education.

Peace officers licensed prior to Jan. 1, 2026 must obtain 24 hours of Continuing Law Enforcement Education (CLEE) by Dec. 31, 2026, with at least 8 of the 24 hours coming from an "Approved Provider" of training. Of these 24 hours, officers must obtain a minimum of:
2 hours in Legal Studies;
2 hours in Technical Studies;
2 hours in Interpersonal Perspectives;
2 hours of Skill Development in the area of Firearms;
16 hours of Electives (Any of the above-listed core curricula areas);
1 hour of Racial Profiling training;
1 hour of Implicit Bias training; and
1 hour of De-escalation training.
Racial Profiling, Implicit Bias, and De-escalation training are part of the required 24 hours, not in addition to it.
https://dps.mo.gov/dir/programs/post/edrequirements.php

Question 7

How do I apply to the Academy?

Accepted Answer

Please read the eligibility and requirements before applying. Once you're ready to apply, visit our How to Apply page and complete each step.

Question 8

I applied to the Academy. What do I do next?

Accepted Answer

You must also apply as a student at MAC and complete the FAFSA. All students must fill out the FAFSA, even if they don't plan to use financial aid. We recommend completing these two steps as early as possible to ensure your financial aid is on file and available when your academy classes begin.

Please visit our How to Apply page for a full list of instructions.

Question 9

Will I earn college credits during the academy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Basic academy students will earn 37 college credit hours throughout their time in the academy.

Question 10

Will I earn an Associate Degree while in the academy?

Accepted Answer

No. You will receive the 600 hours of law enforcement training required by the state of Missouri (POST). However, you will receive 37 college credit hours for those courses that can be used toward your degree. If you would like to complete the general education requirements needed for an associate degree, which is an additional 24 hours, options can be discussed with the academy director and your college navigator.

Question 11

What is the academy entrance testing process?

Accepted Answer

The entrance process is described on the Law Enforcement Academy page.

Question 12

How long is your Academy?

Accepted Answer

We offer two sessions each year:
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Spring Academy: January through June
Fall Academy: August through January
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Both academies run Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Some Saturday sessions may be scheduled as needed to make up time due to inclement weather.

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