Each spring, Advising & Career Services hosts an immersive trip to the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, giving students a rare behind‑the‑scenes look at federal law enforcement. Participants spend the day touring training facilities, learning about FBI career pathways, and engaging directly with professionals in the field. The trip includes round‑trip transportation and offers valuable insights for students interested in Accounting, Psychology, STEM, Cybersecurity, and various other degrees. Space is limited, and registration opens early each spring semester.
Bus Trip Schedule:
Date: April 23rd, 2026
Bus Departure Time: 4:30 a.m. (bus boarding will start at 4:15 a.m.) Please see campus map below for bus pickup (red line) location.
Academy Tour Duration: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Bus Return to Brandywine: 6:00 p.m.
The trip includes round‑trip transportation from campus to the FBI Academy at Quantico, located on Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ). The bus ride to Quantico will be approximately three to four hours long depending on traffic, and multiple security checkpoints on the MCBQ base, so please feel free to bring travel items (neck pillow, small blanket, etc.) as needed. You will be able to leave items on the bus, which will be secured by the driver and protected by FBI police.
Point of Contact
Dennis Dozier will serve as the point of contact (POC) during the trip, so if inquired by any FBI personnel during the tour, please direct them to Mr. Dozier as needed. We suggest all students attending the trip to save Mr. Dozier's contact information.
Office: 610.892.1390
Email: [email protected]
Faculty and staff that are attending will be provided with his direct mobile number if needed.
Identification Requirements
Because the FBI Academy Quantico is a U.S. federal government facility, and located on a large, secured military Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ), all visitors will need to have valid identification (info below) upon arrival, no exceptions.
Day of FBI Academy Tour Information
Photo Identification
All participants must have government issued, Real ID photo identification to access MCBQ and FBI Quantico. Photocopies are not acceptable. If you do not have a Real ID, two forms of ID are required (e.g., license AND passport). Students that don’t have the required photo identification will NOT be able to board the bus and attend the trip. Please check and ensure that your identification is NOT expired at the time of the trip.
What to Expect
The FBI Academy Tours is an indoor/outdoor 3-mile walking experience that includes:
Hogan’s Alley
Physical Fitness Training areas
Firearms Ranges
New Agent Training
FBI National Academy Overview
The FBI Academy Tour does not include the FBI Laboratory Division or Operational Technology Division currently. Please be mindful that there may be multiple FBI personnel training the day of the trip and performing live-fire gun drills on the outdoor ranges. If there is anyone that thinks they may be triggered (no pun intended) by this, please feel free to let Mr. Dozier know in advance, so we can accommodate.
Attire
The FBI Academy is a professional work environment; the following guidelines apply:
Business casual attire required
No shorts, tank tops, flip-flops, or similar apparel
Wear comfortable, secure footwear suitable for walking
Dress appropriately for the weather
Photography
Photos are allowed on the tour with some restrictions - our guide will indicate when and where photos may be taken.
Food & Water
Time for lunch in the Academy’s cafeteria is included in our tour.
The cafe accepts cash and credit
Items include á la carte or "all you can eat"
During the commute, we will have assorted snacks and water available on the bus for attendees
Please note: Outside of lunch in the cafeteria, there will not be additional opportunities to purchase food and drink. There are numerous drinking fountains throughout the tour route, and you are welcome to bring a refillable water bottle.
Weather
Tours occur in rain or shine - please prepare accordingly.
Questions & Additional Information
For questions or assistance regarding the trip, students may visit or contact:
Dennis Dozier
Office: 610.892.1390
Email: [email protected]
Advising & Career Services
Main Building, 104
This annual trip is graciously funded by the Penn State Brandywine (BW) Student Initiated Fee (SIF) committee, approved and funded by BW Academic Affairs, and supported by BW Development and Alumni Relations.
Please note: SIF requires a $10 fee payment for transportation collected during registration window.