Part-Time Program Costs
Part-time students can enroll in up to 16 hours/week per semester with the IEP.
| Course | Total Course Hours/wk | Class Meetings/wk | 10-wk Summer | 15-wk Fall, Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conversation & Presentation Skills | 3 hours per week | 2 days per week | $510 | $765 |
| Listening & Note-Taking for Academic Lectures | 3 hours per week | 2 days per week | $510 | $765 |
| Academic Reading & Vocabulary | 6 hours per week | 4 days per week | $1020 | $1530 |
| Academic Writing, Research & Grammar | 8-10* hours per week | 4-5 days per week | $1360 or $1700 | $2180 or $2720 |
*The number of hours per week is dependent on the English level. The cost reflects the number of course hours per week.
Additional Costs:
- Part-time students must purchase an NC State ID card for $20 in order to have access to the IEP building.
- Students spend $50 – $140 per course on textbooks each semester.
Notes:
- Payment for the chosen course(s) is due the day after classes begin for the semester.
- Part-time students can enroll in up to 16 hours/week per semester with the IEP.
- Spring and fall semesters are approximately 15 weeks; the summer semester is usually 10 weeks. Level 4 is typically not offered during the summer.
- Refunds are issued following the IEP’s posted policy. A $10 administrative fee will be applied for every class withdrawal processed.
- Because IEP part-time students do not pay university fees, they are not eligible to use university resources such as the recreational center/gym or printing services. In addition, they may not borrow materials from the library.
- Financial aid cannot be used for the Intensive English Program because it is a non-credit program.
Part-Time Enrollment
The IEP offers part-time enrollment for the general public, NC State Visiting Scholars, their spouses, and dependents (18+) as well as the spouses and dependents (18+) of international students.
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