Each program has attendance prerequisites that must be adhered to. Please click the link below for the attendance policy of the particular course or program you are interested in.

Requirements for Joint Forces Staff College (JFSC) Students at Naval Support Activity Norfolk

All US Military and Civilian students attending courses through the Norfolk campus are expected to complete the on-line and on-campus admissions requirements listed below as soon as possible.

In-processing Guidance for US Military and Civilian Students at Norfolk Campus

Per chart below, military members report in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP), NWU Type-III, or service equivalent uniform; or flight suit to Joint Forces Staff College, Normandy Hall, Bldg SC-1, Norfolk for in-processing with your respective service representative. You do not need to check in wearing your service dress uniform. Upon reporting, bring a copy of your travel orders and leave form, as applicable. As a reminder, all military members must meet their Services’ weight and/or fitness standards.

NOTE 1: Click here for the full JFSC uniform policy.
NOTE 2: JCWS students must bring Class B or Service equivalent for graduation.
NOTE 3: JPME Students should also bring civilian “business casual” attire for training at off-site locations.
NOTE 4: In-resident JCWS students are required to participate in organized acculturation sport activities. Please bring weather appropriate attire.

a. For Spring, Summer and Fall Classes (Mar- Sep start dates) it's Softball
b. For Winter Class (January start date) it's Volleyball

Points of Contact
For any enrollment or registration questions, please contact the JFSC Registrar’s office via email at Registrar2@ndu.edu.

JCWS Enrollment

The JFSC Program and Course Schedule may be found via the JFSC Course Schedule.

For enrollment in one of our Joint and Combined Warfighting Schools (JCWS), guidance is as follows:

• US Military Students - Please contact your service JCWS/JPME II coordinator concerning quota availability and selection. Click here for a list of the JCWS/JPME II Service JPME II Coordinators. Prerequisites for military enrollment may be found at JCWS Prerequisites.
• Civilian Students – Please contact the JFSC Registrar’s office via email at Registrar2@ndu.edu concerning quota availability and application process. Pre-requisites for civilian enrollment may be found at JCWS Prerequisites.
• International Military Students – Please contact JFSC’s International Military Student Office (IMSO) for quota ability and enrollment guidance. They may be reached via phone at 757-443-6626 or at IMSO@NDU.EDU.

Program Information

• Joint and Combined Warfighting School (JCWS) (JPME II)
• Joint Transition Course (JTC)
• International Fellows (IF)

Attendance Prerequisites

• JCWS and JCWS-Hybrid Prerequisites

Student Information

• JFSC Course Schedule
• Security Clearance Requirements
• Uniform Policy
• JCWS (JPME II) Student Welcome Letter
• JCWS (JPME II) Preparing for Arrival *Forthcoming
• JTC Information
• JFSC JAWS and JCWS Resident and Hybrid JPME II Programs: NDU Connect Guidance
  • US Military and US Civilian Students
  • International Students 
• Directions and Parking Policy
• Health and Medical Liaison (Phone: 757-443-6286) *Forthcoming
• Chapel Programs
• NDU Libraries

Computer Capabilities

NDU/ JFSC is a Bring You Own Device (BYOD) institution. Please review NDU IT Requirements and Guidance to ensure your device meets minimum requirements. For questions about NDU’s technology and computing environment, please contact the ITD Help Desk directly at 202-685-3824 or Help-ITD@ndu.edu. IT professionals are available to troubleshoot any technical issues Monday – Use Friday; 0600 – 1800 EST. NOTE: Use of Government Furnished Equipment is not possible. Neither NDU nor students have sufficient rights to configure or connect Government furnished computers to NDU’s network or its online courseware. Also, although handheld mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets are permissible in the NDU bring your own device environment, they are not adequate to complete the coursework required by NDU Programs.

Emergency Student Telephone Numbers

If unable to contact student via personal device, students may be reached by contacting the JFSC Quarterdeck at COMM: (757) 443-6076. Other points of contact for Students are:

• JFSC Registrar Office Phone: 757-443-6124, Email: Registrar2@ndu.edu.
• JFSC Military Human Resource Office Phone: 757-443-6093
• JFSC Nurse Phone: 757-443-6286
• JFSC Chaplain Phone: 757-443-6121

Meals, Lodging and Transportation

Government messing is not available at JFSC. Restaurants and grocery stores are located nearby however students are responsible for transportation to and from.

Students are responsible for securing their own lodging. The closest military lodging facility to our schoolhouse is the Navy Gateway Inns and Suites-NSA-Hampton Roads (NGI&S NSAHR). Should you decide to stay there, please dial (757) 394-9054; Option 0 to reach the front desk. Please advise you’re attending JFSC 10-week, 4-week or 1-week course. Reservation code for JCWS in-residence course are as follows:

• JCWS 24-2 Code: #30120100780
• JCWS 24-3 Code: #30120100778
• JCWS 24-4 Code: #30120100779

Government transportation is not furnished between the college and the airport. Personnel arriving in or leaving the Norfolk area are responsible for arranging their own transportation. Additionally, neither base taxis nor shuttles are available for student use. Authorization for transportation costs i.e. Uber, rental car, personal vehicle, etc... should be coordinated with Service/ Agency prior to arrival.