Tuition, Housing, and Meals

There’s nothing like staying on campus to fully immerse yourself in the Folk School experience, away from the outside world.

Tuition Rates

Tuition amounts are based on session length and noted in the class registration details.

Note: Materials fees are not included in the tuition amount. Classes with materials fees of $100 or more are noted in italics in the class details section.

Guest Fees

Guests accompanying students, but not taking a class, are charged normal housing and meals rates, plus a $75 guest fee ($30 for weekend).

2026 Tuition Rates

2026
Sunday-Saturday $870
Sunday-Friday $730
Weekend (Friday-Sunday) $475
Long Weekend $635
Weekend + Week $1,340
Week + Weekend $1,185
Long Session $1,300
2-Week $1,740
Gathering for lunch in the Dining Hall

Housing & Meals

From charming 1930s buildings to more contemporary housing, and everything in between, you’re sure to feel at home while staying with us. We have an eclectic variety of a dozen student houses sprinkled throughout our campus. All are air-conditioned and within walking distance to studios and the Dining Hall. Rates are based on double occupancy. (A limited number of private single rooms are available).

We provide five levels of housing in a range of prices, from dormitory-style rooms with shared baths to rooms with private baths, such as historic Hill House and Energy Star certified Field House. One set of linens (sheets, pillowcase, blanket, towel, and washcloth) is provided.

All housing rates include delicious and wholesome meals served in the Olive Dame Campbell Dining Hall.

Our registrar makes every effort to accommodate housing requests, giving priority to mobility needs. Although we guarantee your choice of housing level, we are not able to guarantee specific houses or rooms. When you register for your class, please be sure to notify us of any physical limitations you may have, such as an inability to climb stairs.

Our housing and meal rates, per person, are as follows:

Housing & Meals

Note: We have several types of housing, from dormitoy-style to private rooms Rates are per person and include all meals. One set of linens (sheet set, blanket, bath towel and washcloth) is provided per session, with towel exchange offered upon request.

Due to limited housing, confirmation of housing assignments cannot be made prior to arrival. You will be notified if your requested housing is not available. Special handicap requirements take priority, so please register early. if you have special needs, please make these clear when registering.
Class Year Sun-Sat
(6 nights)
Sun-Fri
(5 nights)
Weekend
(2 nights)
Long Weekend
(3 nights)
Dormitory
  • 4-5 twin beds
  • All meals
2026 $600 $495 $210 $295
Double Room
  • Shared in-hall bath
  • 2-twin or 1-queen bed
  • All meals
2026 $745 $620 $270 $375
Double Room
  • In-room bath
  • 2-twin or 1-queen bed
  • All meals
2026 $870 $720 $310 $435
Double Room
  • In-room bath
  • Queen bed
  • All meals
2026 $950 $790 $350 $475
Single Room
  • Shared in-hall bath
  • 2-twin or 1-queen bed
  • All meals
2026 $915 $755 $335 $455
Single Room
  • In-room bath
  • 2-twin or 1-queen bed
  • All meals
2026 $1,045 $865 $390 $520
Single Room
  • In-room bath
  • Queen bed
  • All meals
2026 $1155 $965 $420 $585

*A limited number of single private rooms may be available at an additional fee. To request a private room, please register early and call our registration staff at 1-800-365-5724. Our registration staff assigns rooms based on the accessibility needs of our students. Therefore, we may not be able to fulfill your private-room request.

View of campground

Campground Rates Per Site

Nestled in the woods, our campground is open year-round and provides sites for tents, campers, and RVs up to 34 feet. A bath house provides hot and cold water, restrooms, and showers. Campground space is charged per site, not per person. Meals in the Dining Hall may be purchased separately in advance of your stay.

Campground Rates Per Site

Note: 12 RV (max 34-foot) sites and 13 tent sites. Rates are per site. RV/camper sites include full hookups. Tent sites include water only. Bath House Available.
Class Year Sun-Sat
(6 nights)
Sun-Fri
(5 nights)
Weekend
(2 nights)
Long Weekend
(3 nights)
RVs/Campers, no meals 2026 $250 $210 $85 $125
Pop-ups/Vans, no meals 2026 $192 $160 $64 $96
Tents, no meals 2025 $130 $110 $50 $705
Enjoying lunch in the Dining Hall

Meal Rates for Campground and Off-campus Students

All meals are included in all rates listed below, except for Campground Rates.

Meal Rates for Campground and Off-campus Students

Note: If you are staying at the Campground or off-campus, we invite you to sign up for meals at these rates:
Class Year Sun-Sat
(6 nights)
Sun-Fri
(5 nights)
Weekend
(2 nights)
Long Weekend
(3 nights)
All Meals 2026 $345 $285 $120 $175
Lunch & Suppers 2025 $230 $205 $85 $125
Welcome Supper & Lunches 2025 $120 $120 $65 $80

Locate & Contact

The John C. Campbell Folk School

Registration Office

Registrar & Services Manager

1.800.FOLK.SCH (365-5724)

Mailing Address
One Folk School Road
Brasstown, NC 28902

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