Joining the FBI
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Prerequisites for Applying
- To join the FBI, one must earn any bachelor’s degree.
- Ensure your major relates to your desired FBI specialization.
- Learn eligibility criteria and take the career quiz.
- Become a special agent by applying and getting evaluated.
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Competitive Nature
- The FBI accepts under 20% of applicants, making jobs competitive.
- Typically start through entry programs for specific career tracks.
- Meet minimums such as being 23-36 years old, having a bachelor’s degree, 2 years of full-time work, a driver’s license, and passing physical tests.
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Training Program
- Training is approximately 20 weeks with over 800 hours in academics, case exercises, firearms, and operational skills.
- It’s tough but you are not alone in the process.
- Common degrees for FBI agents are in criminal justice, computer science, cybersecurity, accounting, law, or similar areas.