Intensive English Program students may apply for conditional admission to study in
Western Carolina University's undergraduate and graduate programs after successfully
completing the IEP. Following completion of the WCU IEP they may enter a degree program
without providing a TOEFL or IELTS score.
Students who do not complete the IEP at WCU must have a 68 TOEFL or 6.0 IELTS for
undergraduate admissions.
FALL AND SPRING, Full-time intensive English Program
16 Week Semesters:
Fall - begins mid-August
Fall 2020 - August 13 - December 13
Spring - begins in early January
Spring 2021: January 8 - May 8
Estimated Per Semester Cost
Fall 2020:*
Program Fee: $4350
Required Fees: $1804
On-Campus Housing and Meals: $4864**
Health Insurance: $562***
Books: $150
TOTAL: $11 730
Spring 2021:*
Program Fee:$4350
Required Fees: $1804
On-Campus Housing and Meals: $4864**
Health Insurance: $562***
Books: $150
TOTAL: $11 730
Cost of Attendance Includes:
Program tuition, placement testing, campus + program orientation, social activities,
cultural events, and IEP specific student support.
Full-time students receive a WCU Student ID Card, university email address, and access
to important university services (academic library, computer labs, writing tutors,
health center, counseling center, state-of-the-art gym and athletic facilities.)
The student ID card grants free admission to all university sports "home" events and
significant discounts on campus-sponsored music and theater productions.
Levels and Curriculum:
The IEP offers three levels of study and 18+ hours of instruction each week. Learn more about our program.
* All amounts are in USD. Costs are estimates and subject to change. No refunds will
be issued following registration.
** Cost is an estimate based on a popular residence hall and meal plan. Contact us
at iep@wcu.edu for more detailed information.
*** Geo Blue Insurance costs are based on a weekly rate. Health insurance is purchased
each semester by the student, with assistance from the WCU IEP office. Personalized
quotes are available. Contact us at iep@wcu.edu for a quote based on your arrival and departure dates.
Summer, Full-Time Intensive english Program
Semester Options:
8 week semester, begins in early June
Summer 2019: June 10 - August 6
Program Costs
Summer 2020, 8 Week Semester:*
Program Fee: $2910
Required Fees: $855
On-Campus Housing and Meals: $2394
Health Insurance: $260**
Books: $150
TOTAL: $6569
Cost of Attendance Includes:
Program tuition, placement testing, campus + program orientation, social activities,
cultural events, and IEP specific student support.
Full-time students receive a WCU Student ID Card, university email address, and access
to important university services (academic library, computer labs, writing tutors,
health center, counseling center, state-of-the-art gym and athletic facilities). The
student ID card grants free admission to all university sports "home" events and significant discounts
on campus-sponsored music and theater productions.
Levels and Curriculum:
The IEP offers three levels of study and 18+ hours of instruction each week. Learn more about our program.
* All amounts are in USD. Costs are estimates and subject to change. No refunds will
be issued following registration.
** Geo Blue Insurance costs are based on a weekly rate. Health insurance is purchased
each semester by the student, with assistance from the WCU IEP office. Personalized
quotes are available. Contact us at iep@wcu.edu for a quote based on your arrival and departure dates.
Custom Intensive english Programs
Individualized programs are available to groups of 12 or more confirmed participants.
Contact us at iep@wcu.edu to discuss your needs and begin building your tailored program. We look forward to
hearing from you.
