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Covering the Cost of the AFC

AFCPE offers multiple opportunities to make certification affordable whether you’re an individual, part of a team, serving in the military, or pursuing your degree. We invite you to review this page and explore financial assistance programs, group pricing, military benefits, and student discounts to make AFC certification more accessible.

Ways to Cover the Cost of the AFC

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Group Pricing

Groups and organizations certifying 10 or more employees can access negotiated group rates, demonstrating a commitment to financial well-being for the clients you serve. Click or tap the button below to complete the form.

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Military Benefits

Active duty, veterans, and military spouses may use military education benefits such as GI Bill benefits, Credentialing Assistance, or the SpouseWorks scholarship (formerly MyCAA Scholarship) toward certification.

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FINRA Fellowship

The FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship covers the full cost of the AFC certification for qualified military spouses seeking financial counseling credentials. The next application period for the Fellowship opens in March 2027.

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Student Pricing

Full-time students at the undergraduate, graduate, or PhD level are eligible for 50% off the Accredited Financial Counselor® exam fee. Additionally, an optional 529 plan can cover certification program costs.

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Group Pricing: Get Your Team AFC Certified

By ensuring that your financial counselors, educators, and coaches are AFC certified, you demonstrate your organization’s commitment to helping clients achieve lasting financial well-being.

AFCPE offers group pricing for organizations enrolling more than 10 candidates. Click or tap on the button below to inquire about group pricing.

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Making Certification Accessible to the Military Community

GI Bill and Financial Assistance

Use your education benefits to pursue the AFC through distance learning or onsite Registered Education Programs. The AFC exam is approved for Military Education Benefits (WEAMS: $750).

  • Coordinate with your school’s Military & Veterans Services Office to confirm benefit acceptance.
  • AFC exam fee reimbursement is available. Contact your VA regional office.
  • Military members using Credentialing Assistance (COOL) should contact military@afcpe.org.
Enroll with Military Benefits

Note: AFCPE does not manage military education benefits. For questions, contact the VA Benefits Administration directly.

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SpouseWorks Scholarship

In addition to the FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship, eligible military spouses using the SpouseWorks scholarship can pursue AFC certification for just $75 out of pocket by selecting the Self-Study Pathway (AFC Learning System Online).

Once connected with your SECO Career Coach, submit a military benefits request form. 

Military Benefits Request Form

Making Certification Affordable for Students

Student Exam Discount and 529 Plans

Current full-time university or college students are eligible to receive 50% off the AFC exam fee at the undergraduate (12+ credits), graduate (9+ credits), or PhD (3+ credits) level. Upload your transcript at registration. The discount is applied after we verify your full-time status.

529 plans can fund AFC program costs including tuition, fees, books, and continuing education. The AFC qualifies due to its COOL directory listing and NCCA accreditation.

Part-time students at an AFCPE Registered Education Program may be eligible for the Part-Time Student Exam Scholarship through the AFCPE Strategic Impact Fund.

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Start Your AFC Certification Journey

Whether you’re interested in enrolling on your own, with a team, or through a program, AFCPE is here to support your path to AFC certification.

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