Tuition and Fees
Tuition rates are set by the North Carolina General Assembly and are subject to change without notice.
In-State: $76 per credit hour
Maximum In-State: $1,216 for 16 + credit hours
Out-of-State: $268 per credit hour
Maximum Out-of-State: $4,288 for 16+ credit hours
Fees are not refundable after classes begin. Fees are charged each semester unless otherwise noted.
Administrative Fee (ADMFE) – Charges to offset costs associated with all admin functions performed by college employees.
$5 per semester
Student Government Association (ACTFE) Fees – Charges to support all student activities.
(Assessed in Fall and Spring semesters only)
$2.50 per credit hour for 1-8 credit hours
$25 for 9+ credit hours
Technology Fee (TECFE) – Charges to support student access to all instructional technology and computer use.
$3 per credit hour
$48 for 16+ credit hours
Campus Access Fee (STUFE) – Charges to offset the costs associated with improving campus safety and security, maintaining the college’s parking facilities and security of college property.
$25 per semester
Student Accident Insurance (INSFE) – For student accident insurance in the event a student gets injured on campus.
$1.25 per semester
Returned Check Fee $25
Books
Cost of books will vary from program to program; however, most students pay an estimated $1,000 for books for the academic year. Find additional information on book costs by visiting the bookstore.
Library Fines
A fee for lost books and over-due books is charged. If a lost book fee is charged and the book is later found and returned, the fee is refunded.
Purchasing Cap and Gown
Students wishing to participate in graduation ceremonies must purchase a cap & gown from the school bookstore. Find additional information on purchasing a cap and gown by visiting the bookstore.
Audit Fee
Regular tuition charges apply for classes taken for audit.
Ways to pay
Mitchell Community College provides a number of convenient ways to pay your tuition and fees.
Statesville Campus
Eason Student Services Building–Room 200
Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.– 4 p.m.
Last business day of each month 8 a.m.– noon
** Please call (704) 978-5445 to confirm–Hours are subject to change. **
Mooresville Campus
Brawley Building–Room 202
Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–1 p.m.; 2–4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.–1 p.m.; 2–4 p.m.
Last business day of each month CLOSED
** Please call (704) 978-5404 to confirm – Hours are subject to change. **
Payment Methods: Cash, Check, Money Order, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover
We do not accept starter checks.
To pay by debit/credit card, the person whose name is on the card must be present.
This option provides online access to pay your tuition and fee balance. Log in to your Self-Service account. Click on the Financial Information tab on the left side of the screen. Click the student finance drop down arrow, and select “Make a Payment” option.
Payment Methods: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover
The Tuition Payment Plan is a third-party service provided by Nelnet Business Solutions (NBS). It allows students to spread tuition cost over a set number of monthly payments for Fall and Spring semesters only. The payment plan can only be used to budget curriculum tuition and fees (no book costs). A valid credit card or bank account is needed to set up a payment plan.
Cost to set up a payment plan: These fees are assessed by Nelnet.
$30 per semester non-refundable enrollment fee for monthly payments
$2 per semester non-refundable enrollment fee for an immediate full payment
$30 return payment fee if a payment is returned
Enrollment in the payment plan is done entirely online. The required down payment and enrollment fee are processed immediately. Scheduled payments are deducted automatically on the day of your choosing the 5th, 15th or the 25th of each month until the balance is paid in full.
Log in to your Self-Service account and click on the Financial Information tab on the left side of the screen. Click the student finance drop down arrow, and select “Create a Payment Plan” option. This will take you to the Nelnet site. Please enter information and follow the steps on their site.
There is no payment plan for the Summer semester.
Automatic Bank Payment (ACH) – ACH payments are those payments you have authorized Nelnet to process directly with your financial institution. It is simply a bank-to-bank transfer of funds you have pre-approved for your expenses at Mitchell Community College. Payments may be made from either your checking or savings account. Note: Prior to using a savings account, check with your financial institution to verify your savings account can accept bank-to-bank transfer of funds. Payments will be charged on the day of your choosing the 5th, 15th, or 25th of each month until the balance is paid in full.
Credit/Debit Card – Paying with a credit/debit card allows you to take advantage of any bonus programs offered by your credit card company. Your monthly payment will be automatically charged to the credit/debit card you designate. Payments will be charged on the day of your choosing the 5th, 15th or 25th of each month until the balance is paid in full.
