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The FBI Academy, located in Quantico, Virginia, is the training grounds for new Special Agents of the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation. It was first opened for use in 1972 on 385 acres (1.6 km²) of woodland. It is a relatively small government academy, housing only three dormitory buildings, along with associated facilities. It accommodates numerous trainees for 21-week courses throughout the year.