New Videos, New Workbooks, Updated Concept Reviews & Updated Full-Length Practice Exams.
NLC Prep’s online courses have everything you need to know to pass your Fundamentals of Surveying exam on the first try! NLC Prep’s FS course is broken down into 15 easy to use modules. Those 15 modules include every category tested on the actual FS exam. Enjoy workbooks, videos, handouts, and practice quizzes in each module. Use these study materials as a guide to pass your land surveying exam.
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COURSE COMBO
The Online Bundle covers all 15 FS Exam categories with videos, handouts, practice questions, quizzes, and more.
Online Course
The Online Course covers all 15 FS Exam categories with videos, handouts, practice questions, quizzes, and more.
PRACTICE EXAM
Test your mettle with a simulated FS Practice Exam that includes the same types and number of questions as a real FS test.
WHY DO I NEED NLC PREP?
The Fundamentals of Surveying exam is tough.
Fortunately, NLC’S up to date test prep material, online courses, practice exams, and study guides are designed to help you pass your surveying exam on the first try. The overall pass rate on the FS exam for 2020 was only 66% according to NCEES statistics. NLC Prep wants to help you achieve a passing score and we’ve worked hard to bring you the most up to date exam prep material.
Pass Rates Straight From Ncees:
Exam
FUNDAMENTALS OF SURVEYING (FS)
- First Time
Takers Volume729
- First Time
Pass Rate59%
- Repeat Takers
Volume392
- Repeat Takers
Pass Rate39%
- Format
CBT
- Availability
Year
Round - Last Update
July
2024
WHAT'S THE NLC PASS GUARANTEE?

An additional year of online access to the NLC Online Course at no cost to you if you’ve purchased the Online Course(Yearly) or the Course Combo (Must provide Diagnostic from NCEES within the active membership period).

15 minute one-on-one phone call with NLC Prep Team Members to discuss areas of improvement.
Learn More About The FS Exam
The fundamentals of surveying exam is the first step to becoming a professional land surveyor.
Each state has their own LSIT requirements for the exam, The fundamentals of surveying exam is required by every state. Each state has their own requirements before you can sign-up for the exam, so be sure to check with your state board before scheduling your exam.
It is required before taking the state specific exams. To learn more about the requirements, exam times, and categories, click the link below.
FAQ
What is the FS exam, and who should take it?
Are there any prerequisites prior to taking this prep course?
What topics are covered in the FS exam prep program?
The program covers key FS exam topics, including surveying processes and methods, mapping processes and methods, boundary law and real property principles, surveying principles, surveying computations and computer applications, business concepts, and applied mathematics and statistics.
How long will it take to complete the FS exam prep course?
What format is the FS exam prep course delivered in?
Is there any one-on-one support or tutoring available?
Yes, the NLC Prep program offers optional one-on-one support with experienced instructors to address specific questions or topics.
How do I know if I’m ready to take the FS exam after completing the prep program?
Is there a pass guarantee for the FS exam with this prep program?
The FS Combo and 12 month membership (not the month-to-month subscription) both come with a pass guarantee. If you take your exam and do not pass within the 12 months of the active membership, we’ll extend it for up to 12 additional months at no charge. (This is only from the first purchase)





