Tuition & Fees
Students enrolled at Northampton Community College are responsible for paying tuition as well as several fees related to attending classes (online and on campus). While the college funds the vast majority of expenses from its annual operating budget, student fees defray costs in several key areas allowing NCC to invest in and provide a range of valuable, state-of-the-industry services and resources to help students succeed.
2026-2027
Full-Time Students
Registered in 12 - 18 credit hours
| Tuition & Fees | Northampton County PA | Monroe County PA | Other PA County | Out of State/Country |
| Tuition | $2,100 | $3,270 | $4,200 | $6,300 |
| Comprehensive Fee | $450 | $450 | $450 | $450 |
| Technology Fee | $555 | $555 | $555 | $555 |
| Capital Outlay Fee | $0 | $450 | $1,080 | $1,080 |
| Total Flat Rate | $3,105 | $4,725 | $6,285 | $8,385 |
Part-Time Students
Registered in less than 12 credit hours; additional credit hours over 18
| Tuition & Fees | Northampton County PA | Monroe County PA | Other PA County | Out of State/Country |
| Tuition | $140 | $218 | $280 | $420 |
| Comprehensive Fee | $30 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
| Technology Fee | $37 | $37 | $37 | $37 |
| Capital Outlay Fee | $0 | $30 | $72 | $72 |
| Total Per-Credit Rate |
$207 | $315 | $419 | $559 |
Tuition & Fee rates effective Fall 2026 through Summer 2 2027
2025-2026
Full-Time Students
Registered in 12 - 18 credit hours
| Tuition & Fees | Northampton County PA | Monroe County PA | Other PA County | Out of State/Country |
| Tuition | $2,025 | $3,135 | $4,050 | $6,075 |
| Comprehensive Fee | $405 | $405 | $405 | $405 |
| Technology Fee | $495 | $495 | $495 | $495 |
| Capital Outlay Fee | $0 | $450 | $1,020 | $1,020 |
| Total Flat Rate | $2,925 | $4,485 | $5,970 | $7,995 |
Part-Time Students
Registered in less than 12 credit hours; additional credit hours over 18
| Tuition & Fees | Northampton County PA | Monroe County PA | Other PA County | Out of State/Country |
| Tuition | $135 | $209 | $270 | $405 |
| Comprehensive Fee | $27 | $27 | $27 | $27 |
| Technology Fee | $33 | $33 | $33 | $33 |
| Capital Outlay Fee | $0 | $30 | $68 | $68 |
| Total Per-Credit Rate |
$195 | $299 | $398 | $533 |
Tuition & Fee rates effective Fall 2025 through Summer 2 2026
- *Northampton County PA includes residents in the following sponsoring school districts only: Bangor, Bethlehem, Easton, Nazareth, Northampton, Pen Argyl, Saucon Valley, and Wilson.
- Tuition and fees for full-time students taking between 12 to 18 credit hours is charged a flat rate.
- Students registered for less than 12 credit hours are charged a per-credit hour rate.
- Additional credit hours over 18 are charged a per-credit hour rate.
High School Student enrolled in the Dual Enrollment Program pay the below tuition rates:
Effective Fall 2026 through Summer 2 2027
- Northampton County Residents - $95 per credit
- Other PA County Residents - $115 per credit
- Monroe County Residents - $100 Per credit
- Out of State/Country Residents - $130 per credit
| Tuition & Fees | Northampton County PA |
| Tuition | $2,205 |
| Comprehensive Fee | $473 |
| Technology Fee | $583 |
| Capital Outlay Fee | $0 |
| Total Flat Rate | $3,260 |
This agreement confirms the student's understanding of and acceptance of their financial responsibilities and the College's financial policies. This form must be completed each semester through the Workday Student Portal. Students are responsible for ensuring that payment is applied to their account, whether through personal payment, financial aid, or a third-party sponsor.
