(1) In order of rank, preservice applicants will be given an opportunity to register for those basic course sessions that are scheduled by the academy. Applicants shall be considered eligible to attend any basic course session scheduled to commence within one year from the date of their ranking.

(2) Once the scheduled preservice roster is full for a particular basic course session, applicants will be placed on a waiting list by order of rank.

(3) Registered applicants who decline to participate in a basic course session may be required to retest, but may be allowed to reregister for another session at the discretion of the academy administrator.

(4) At least 30 days before a basic course session is scheduled to begin, registered applicants will be required to complete and pass a medical examination which will be conducted by a physician appointed by the academy and paid for by the applicant.

(5) At least 30 days before a basic course session is scheduled to begin, registered applicants will be required to provide proof of medical insurance coverage for the period of the basic course. Other final documentation required by the academy must also be provided at least 30 days in advance.

(6) A $2,000 tuition fee, together with payment for meals, room, necessary uniforms, equipment, and supplies, will be required from each preservice applicant to be paid in full by the first day of the basic course session to be attended. Proof of tuition subsidies, grants, or scholarships will be accepted in lieu of cash payment.

(7) Preservice students who leave a basic course voluntarily or who are dismissed will be granted a tuition refund on the following basis:

(a) 75% of the tuition fee will be refunded to applicants who leave during the first week of the basic course;

(b) 50% of the tuition fee will be refunded to applicants who leave during the second week of the basic course; and

(c) no refund will be made to applicants who leave the basic course after the second week of training.

(8) At least 30 days before the starting date of a basic course session, registered applicants will receive a packet of information that includes reporting information and the name and address of the course manager for the particular basic course session.

(9) Registered applicants will also receive a copy of the student handbook and student agreement (conduct rules) at this time.