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Creating a plan for paying for college starts with understanding the costs. The cost of attendance at Northern Essex Community College is primarily based on your residency and on the number of credits in which you are enrolled. Some costs are assessed per credit, and other costs are flat fees based on the number of enrolled credits. For more information on costs related to attending NECC, visit the College Scorecard.
There are a variety of payment options to help you with your college costs, including financial aid, scholarships, and veterans and military benefits. We also offer an installment plan for your convenience.
Estimated Costs of Attendance & Fee Descriptions – 2024-2025 Academic Year
Massachusetts Residents
Not Included: Registration Fee $10, and Facilities Fee $110 (1-6 credits) or $200 (7+ credits)
| Per Credit | 3 Credits | 6 Credits | 12 Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Courses | $263 | $789 | $1,578 | $3,156 |
| Health Credit Courses | $346 | $1,038 | $2,076 | $4,152 |
New England Regional
(Residents of Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Connecticut)
Not Included: Registration Fee $10, and Facilities Fee $110 (1-6 credits) or $200 (7+ credits)
| Per Credit | 3 Credits | 6 Credits | 12 Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Courses | $276 | $828 | $1,656 | $3,312 |
| Health Credit Courses | $359 | $1,077 | $2,154 | $4,308 |
Non-Resident/International
Not Included: Registration Fee $10, and Facilities Fee $110 (1-6 credits) or $200 (7+ credits)
| Per Credit | 12 Credits | 15 Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit Courses | $504 | $6,048 | $7,560 |
| Health Credit Courses | $587 | $7,044 | $8,805 |
Massachusetts High School/Early College Program
| Per Credit | 3 Credits | 6 Credits | 9 Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| $115 | $345 | $690 | $1,035 |
Other Charges
Facilities Fee for Students taking six or fewer credits (per semester): $110
Facilities Fee for Students taking seven or more credits (per semester): $200
Registration Fee (per semester): $10
Annual/Fall Student Health Insurance Fee (waivable): $3,573.00
Spring Student Health Insurance Fee (waivable): $2,382.00
Applied Music Surcharge (per course): $300
Returned Check Fee: $25
CORI Fee: $20
Estimate Cost of Attendance – Per Credit
Massachusetts Residents – Credit Courses: $263 per credit
| Tuition | Institutional Support Fee | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Credit Courses |
$25 | $238 |
Massachusetts Residents – Health Credit Courses: $346 per credit
| Tuition | Health Institutional Support Fee | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Credit Courses |
$25 | $321 |
New England Regional – Credit Courses: $276 per credit
| Tuition | Institutional Support Fee | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Credit Courses |
$38 | $238 |
New England Regional – Health Credit Courses: $359 per credit
| Tuition | Health College Fee | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Credit Courses |
$38 | $321 |
Nonresident/International – Credit Courses: $504 per credit
| Tuition | College Fee | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Credit Courses |
$266 | $238 |
Nonresident/International – Health Credit Courses: $587 per credit
| Tuition | Health College Fee | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Health Credit Courses |
$266 | $321 |
Massachusetts High School/Early College Program: $115 per credit
| Tuition | College Fee |
|---|---|
| $25 | $90 |
Fee Descriptions
Tuition
This mandatory charge is assessed for all day, evening, and online scheduled credit courses. The in-state day tuition portion of your bill is remitted to the state of Massachusetts. The remainder is used to help defray the costs associated with general operations of the college.
Institutional Support Fee
This mandatory per-credit charge is assessed for all day, evening, and online credit courses regardless of residency category and is used to help pay for a variety of academic services, equipment, supplies, and technology expenses. This fee includes our fee for blackboard and student activities.
Facilities Fee
This mandatory non-refundable fee is charged per term to all day, evening, and online credit courses to help fund the vast technology changes and upgrades, and the backlog of facilities projects and operational needs.
Registration Fee
This mandatory fee is a non-refundable administrative fee is charged per term for all day, evening, and online credit courses. It is charged for processing your enrollment and registration.
Institutional Support Fee – Health Courses
The Health programs at NECC are designed for students to be successful in a Health Profession career by providing a more convenient, efficient and supportive environment. The health college fee is mandatory for these courses due to the expenses associated with the use of simulation mannequins, equipment, and other supplies.
Student Health Insurance Fee
Student health insurance coverage is a state requirement for all students enrolled in nine (9) or more credits hours. For insurance purpose, courses comprising the nine credits must be taken concurrently. Learn more about student health insurance.
Other Fees
There are other fees associated with attending NECC, such as course materials, malpractice insurance and test fees. These fees are assessed base on the program of study or course requirement.
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ATI Testing – I/II: $816.25
ATI Testing – III/IV: $796.25
DataArc: $60.00
EMS Testing: $48.00
Lab Screening: $38.00
MA Certification Exam: $160.00
MA ATI: $83.00
Neonatal Resuscitation: $20.00
NHA Certification Exam: $125.00
NSCA Exam: $320.00
Platinum Plus Service: $210.27
Radiation Monitor: $7.00
Radiation Monitor: (I) $14.00
SAE-TMC: $45.00
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