Full-Time Program Costs
IEP courses are held in person on NC State’s campus. All full-time students (conditional admits and English Language Study students) pay the same IEP and university fees. NOTE: Pathway Program student fees are slightly different.
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The cost for the 2024 Intensive English Program sessions includes the mandatory IEP and university fees listed below. For all students, new and returning, payment is due the Friday before classes begin.
Mandatory Fees
| Fee Type | Spring 2026 | Summer 2026 | Fall 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| IEP Program Fees | $5,800.00 | $3,624.00 | $5,800.00 |
| University Fees | $1,246.00 | $1,246.00 | $1,246.00 |
| Total Mandatory Fees | $7,046.00 | $4,870.00 | $7,046.00 |
All fees above are based on the university’s per credit hour fee structure. Full-time IEP students pay university fees at the 12+ credit hour level. University fees include services such as educational technology, campus security, access to campus buses, etc. Additional fee details are available from NC State’s Student Services Center. All fees above are subject to change without notice.
Estimated Total Cost
| Fee Type | Spring 2026 | Summer 2026 | Fall 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandatory Fees | $7,046.00 | $4,870.00 | $7,046.00 |
| Health Insurance* | $1,226.80 | $1,284.00 | $1,284.00 |
| Cost of Living** | $9,558.00 | $4,420.00 | $8,840.00 |
| Estimated Total Cost | $17,831.80 | $10,574.00 | $17,170.00 |
| NOTE: Applicant suggested min. funding proof required per semester | $17,900.00 | $10,600.00 | $17,200.00 |
*NEW for 2026 – All IEP students MUST carry NC State Student Blue insurance. Students can begin the process by visiting the NC State Student Blue website.
**Estimated living costs include approximately $250 for books. Actual expenses per semester may be higher or lower depending on the student’s lifestyle.
Additional Cost Information
- Conditionally-admitted undergraduate/graduate students
- are required to pay a nonrefundable $200 enrollment deposit.
- The deposit is applied towards the IEP Program Fees.
- are required to pay a nonrefundable $200 enrollment deposit.
- English Language Study students applying directly to the IEP for admission
- pay a one-time application fee of $150 with their application.
- The application fee is non-refundable.
- All full-time IEP students are charged mandatory university fees at the same rate as undergraduates taking 12+ credit hours per semester. This fee covers student services such as access to student health and use of the gymnasium.
Payment of Fees
- Payment is due the Friday before classes begin.
- Paying the fees on time is very important. If a student does not pay on time, they may be dropped from the program.
- Students paying with a credit card are responsible for the card company’s processing fee.
- New students will be shown how to pay through NC State’s MyPack Portal during orientation.
- Sponsored students should email their letter of financial guarantee to the Cashier’s Office at sponsorbilling@ncsu.edu before the payment deadline.