Student Policies

Welcome to FCPS Adult and Community Education (ACE). We hope that your experience with us is a pleasant one.

Most of our programs are designed for adults. Participants must be at least eighteen years of age unless specified otherwise.

The K12 program offers classes specifically for children and youth.

Please familiarize yourself with our policies on class transfers, withdrawls, and refunds. For more information, please visit our FAQ. You may email aceonline@fcps.edu or call 703-658-1201, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, 1:00 pm-5:00 pm, Closed 12:00 pm-1:00 pm

ACE Scholarships

A limited number of ACE scholarships are available for low-income adults living or working in Fairfax County who wish to take an ACE class to enhance their job skills. Students must meet specific eligibility criteria, be 18 years of age or older, and be eligible to work in the U.S. A scholarship application is required.

Age

Over 62? Fairfax County residents 62 years of age or older are eligible for a 25 percent tuition discount (Certain class exceptions apply). Textbooks and user fees are not included in the discount. To be eligible, provide your birth date/year on your registration form.

Under 18? Adult education classes are for students 18 years and older, unless otherwise specified. In some instances, exceptions may be approved. Contact Student Services at 703-658-2727 then select option 2 and then option 2 again for information about an underage waiver. Requests require two weeks advance notice.

Low enrollment

Registration fees cover costs associated with presenting classes. Each course is carefully monitored to ensure sufficient enrollment to cover the costs of instruction and materials. Should low enrollment occur, cancellation decisions are generally made 48 hours prior to the start of the class. Classes showing low enrollment may be cancelled and in such a case, full refunds are made.

Textbooks

Some ACE classes include textbooks and payments for textbooks is required when you register for these classes. For these classes textbooks will be delivered on the first night of class. Register at least ten days before the class starts in order to guarantee delivery.

Online Classes

Some ACE classes are taught online. For these classes you will receive a link to the email address we have on file. If you do not receive the link within 1-2 days prior to the start of the class, please Contact Us to notify ACE staff.

June 2022