Degree Seeking Students
For students who have completed coursework through an AFCPE® Registered Education Program.
Is this Pathway right for me?
Are you enrolled in or have you graduated from one of the AFCPE® Registered Education Programs? Then, you may be eligible for this pathway. If your school is not on the list, check out the Financial Education Challenge Pathway.
What Are the Requirements?
Your school has submitted coursework to AFCPE for review against the AFC core competencies. You’ll need to submit a transcript confirming completion of this coursework. A passing grade is required.
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Non-Degree Seeking Students
Designed for working professionals with virtual course offerings that satisfy the AFC® educational requirement.
Is this Pathway right for me?
Interested in a more traditional learning experience through a college or university but not seeking a degree? This pathway may be right for you. Coursework is completed 100% online.
What Are the Requirements?
Enroll in your preferred program and complete the coursework. Then submit a certificate confirming completion with your AFC registration.
Non-degree Seeking Programs (make a button?)
Each AFCPE Registered Education Program has their own tuition and fees that are assessed independent of the AFC Certification program. Registration with AFCPE must be done either while enrolled as a student or within seven-years post-graduation from the registered university.
The Certification Council does not require, provide, accredit, or endorse any specific study guides, training or review courses, or other examination preparation products. The Certification Council, certification staff, certification committee members, and certification subject matter experts do not have involvement in the creation, accreditation, approval, endorsement or delivery of examination review courses, preparatory materials, educational programs, or training programs/products that prepare candidates for the AFC certification examination.
Explore Education Materials
Several education materials are offered to support you on your journey to earning your AFC. Choose which materials work best for your learning style.
A supplementary tool to support your preparation for the AFC examination. The guide is included with the self-paced study pathway and available as an add-on for all other pathways. It is designed to guide you through the material, providing you with additional tools and resources to develop your skills, test your comprehension, and put your knowledge into practice.
Let our qualified instructors help you connect the dots between the AFC core competencies and the application of the material.
- Live instruction or on-demand access
- Comprehensive review of the material
- Opportunity to ask questions
This option provides a curated selection of three textbooks covering personal finance, financial counseling, and debt management. This comprehensive study package is everything you need to cover the AFC core competencies. Perfect on their own or paired with the AFC Webinar Review.
Certification Pricing
Here’s a breakdown of what to expect.
Registration Fee: $50
One-time fee due upfront during registration.
Education Materials: $675
Optionally purchase the AFC Online Study Guide to support your preparation for the exam. Extra materials available for an additional fee.
Exam Fee: $730
Can be purchased during registration or later.
Ready to Move Forward? Here are some optional educational materials.
Create your profile and register online. We will process your registration within three days and, upon approval, you’ll be able to start exploring your Certification Dashboard and AFC Online Study Guide. Please allow 14 business days for textbook shipments.
Pay Exam Fee Later
Pay Exam Fee Up Front
Classic Study Bundle
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Registration Fee
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AFC® Exam Fee
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AFC® Online Study Guide
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Recommended Textbooks
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AFC® Webinar Review
Complete Study Bundle
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Registration Fee
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AFC® Exam Fee
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AFC® Online Study Guide
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Recommended Textbooks
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AFC® Webinar Review
Classic Study Bundle
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Registration Fee
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AFC® Exam Fee
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AFC® Online Study Guide
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Recommended Textbooks
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AFC® Webinar Review
Complete Study Bundle
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Registration Fee
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AFC® Exam Fee
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AFC® Online Study Guide
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Recommended Textbooks
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AFC® Webinar Review
Certification registration fee is non-refundable. Please view the AFCPE® Refund Policy for more details.
Books and materials that ship outside the U.S. will incur a $35 international shipping charge.
The Certification Council does not require, provide, accredit, or endorse any specific study guides, training or review courses, or other examination preparation products. The Certification Council, certification staff, certification committee members, and certification subject matter experts do not have involvement in the creation, accreditation, approval, endorsement or delivery of examination review courses, preparatory materials, educational programs, or training programs/products that prepare candidates for the AFC certification examination.
Not Sure Which Pathway is Best for You?
Explore Other Pathways
Financial Education Challenge
Self-Paced Study
Professional Designation Challenge
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