Do you meet the base requirements from the Eligibility Requirements page?
Fill out the online application information session form indicating which date you want to attend.
Apply for admission to Drury University. You are NOT registering for classes at this time.
Official copies of your high school or GED/HiSet and all college transcripts must be submitted prior to beginning the Academy. To be considered official, transcripts must be sent directly from the institution to Drury electrically with an official seal or signature or delivered in person are in a sealed envelope.
If you are seeking Financial Aid, complete your FAFSA
Complete all application materials and return to your Academy director as indicated. Information about electronic fingerprinting will be included in the application materials. Electronic fingerprints must be submitted prior to the orientation. Electronic fingerprints must be submitted prior to the orientation and no later than 15 days before the start of the academy.
Attend the orientation for the academy as indicated in the application materials.
Obtain all required equipment and attend the first day of the academy.
Tuition for the Class A P.O.S.T. Certification academy is $8,610 (subject to change) which includes:
In addition to tuition, a $50 nonrefundable application fee must be submitted with the application.
Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Applying for financial aid requires a student to be officially admitted to Drury University (apply online). For information contact Drury’s Financial Aid Office at (417) 873-7312 or visit the Financial Aid Office. Learn more about new financial aid availability through the Missouri Fast Track Grant.
The following equipment is required for the academy. The equipment must be police style equipment. Contact academy director for local Springfield dealers.
Optional but recommended:
The following equipment is only required during the handgun or practical portions of the academy. Usually at least one month into the academy.
Technical Studies
Interpersonal Perspectives
Skill Development
Legal Studies