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CFP Program: Extended Pathway Schedule

Extended Program Overview

This cohort option follows the extended pathway and is designed for professionals seeking structured, paced progression through all of the CFP Board's coursework requirement. The classes should be taken in the order listed on the schedule below. 

Program Specifics:

  • Program Length: ~16 months to complete the coursework requirement
  • # Classes to Attend: 54 (42 Wednesdays, 9 Saturdays, and 3 Fridays)
  • Cost: $5,845 (includes tuition for all classes, course materials, and CFP Submission Fee.)
    • Students will purchase a financial calculator.
    • Pay as you go pricing available.

What's included:

  • Live online class sessions via Zoom
  • Complete course materials set (NU Textbooks and Zahn Workbook)
  • Student Platform Access 
  • Capstone project support
  • Access to CFP certified faculty who are professionals working in the field and bring real-world context into the classroom to improve learning comprehension.

2026 - 2027 Extended Cohort Details

  • Dates Overall: February 4, 2026 - May 8, 2027 (Wednesdays & select Saturdays)
  • When Will I Test: This program prepares you to take the CFP Exam in the July 2027 exam window or later.
  • Overall Cost: $5,845 is the total price you pay for all seven classes, and the course materials (physical textbooks and workbooks) are included in that price. The only additional expense is for a financial calculator. Pay as you go available.
  • Cost Breakdown: $800 per class for FP100 through FP600; $850 for Capstone (FP700); 
    $195 CFP Board Submission Fee is added to the last invoice.

Class Rhythm 

Classes FP100 - FP600: Each class meets 8 sessions over seven weeks on Wednesday evenings and one Saturday. 

  • Weeks 1 - 6: Wednesdays (6:00 - 10:00 PM CT)
  • Week 7: Wednesday (6:00 - 10:00 PM CT) & Saturday (8:30 AM - 5:30 PM CT)

Class FP700: Capstone meets 6 sessions over three weeks on Fridays (5:30 - 9:30 PM CT) and Saturdays (8:30 AM - 5:30 PM CT). Students are expected to attend all sessions.

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Cohort Schedule:

FP100: General Principles: February 4 - March 21, 2026

  • Week 1: Wednesday, February 4
  • Week 2: Wednesday, February 11
  • Week 3: Wednesday, February 18
  • Week 4: Wednesday, February 25
  • Week 5: Wednesday, March 4
  • Week 6: Wednesday, March 11
  • Week 7: Wednesday, March 18 & Saturday, March 21

FP200: Insurance Planning: April 8 - May 30, 2026

  • Week 1: Wednesday, April 8
  • Week 2: Wednesday, April 15
  • Week 3: Wednesday, April 22
  • Week 4: Wednesday, April 29
  • Week 5: Wednesday, May 6
  • Week 6: Wednesday, May 13
  • Week 7: Wednesday, May 20 & Saturday, May 30
    • Skips a week between May 20 & May 30 classes in observation of the Memorial Day holiday.

FP300: Investment Planning: June 17 - August 8, 2026

  • Week 1: Wednesday, June 17
  • Week 2: Wednesday, June 24
    • Skips a week between June 24 & July 8 classes in observation of the Independence Day holiday.
  • Week 3: Wednesday, July 8
  • Week 4: Wednesday, July 15
  • Week 5: Wednesday, July 22
  • Week 6: Wednesday, July 29
  • Week 7: Wednesday, August 5 & Saturday, August 8

FP400: Psychology & Tax: August 26 - October 17, 2026

  • Week 1: Wednesday, August 26
  • Week 2: Wednesday, September 2
    • Skips a week between September 2 & September 16 classes in observation of the Labor Day holiday.
  • Week 3: Wednesday, September 16
  • Week 4: Wednesday, September 23
  • Week 5: Wednesday, September 30
  • Week 6: Wednesday, October 7
  • Week 7: Wednesday, October 14 & Saturday, October 17

FP500: Retirement Planning: November 4, 2026 - January 23, 2027

  • Week 1: Wednesday, November 4
    • Skips a week between November 4 & November 18 classes in observation of the Veterans Day holiday.
  • Week 2: Wednesday, November 18
    • Skips a week between November 18 & December 2 classes in observation of the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
  • Week 3: Wednesday, December 2
  • Week 4: Wednesday, December 9
  • Week 5: Wednesday, December 16
    • Holiday Break from December 17 - January 5
  • Week 6: Wednesday, January 6, 2027
  • Week 7: Wednesday, January 13 & Saturday, January 23
    • Skips a week between January 13 & January 23 classes in observation of the MLK Jr. Day holiday.

FP600: Estate Planning: February 10 - April 3, 2027

NOTE: Students must attend all classes or take this class in the on-demand program.

  • Week 1: Wednesday, February 10
  • Week 2: Wednesday, February 17
  • Week 3: Wednesday, February 24
  • Week 4: Wednesday, March 3
  • Week 5: Wednesday, March 10
  • Week 6: Wednesday, March 17
    • Skips a week between March 17 & March 31 classes in observation of the Easter holiday.
  • Week 7: Wednesday, March 31 & Saturday, April 3

FP700: CFP Capstone: April 23 - May 3, 2027

The first six classes must be completed before taking the final class: CFP Case Study / Capstone (FP700).

  • Week 1: Friday, April 24 & Saturday, April 24
  • Week 2: Friday, April 30 & Saturday, May 1
  • Week 3: Friday, May 7 & Saturday, May 8