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 |
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| 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 |
2027 Tuition Rates |
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| 2027 | |
| Weekend (Thursday-Sunday) | $650 |
| Weeklong (Sunday-Friday) | $950 |
| Long Session (Sunday-Sunday) | $1,350 |
| Weekend + Week | $1,450 |
| 2 Week | $1,850 |
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 four 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:
2026 Housing & MealsNote: We have several types of housing, from dormitory-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. |
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| Sun-Sat (6 nights) |
Sun-Fri (5 nights) |
Weekend (2 nights) |
Long Weekend (3 nights) |
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Dormitory
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$600 | $495 | $210 | $295 |
Double Room
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$745 | $620 | $270 | $375 |
Double Room
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$870 | $720 | $310 | $435 |
Double Room
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$950 | $790 | $350 | $475 |
Single Room
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$915 | $755 | $335 | $455 |
Single Room
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$1,045 | $865 | $390 | $520 |
Single Room
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$1155 | $965 | $420 | $585 |
2027 Housing & MealsNote: 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 capacity, confirmation of housing assignments cannot be made prior to arrival. You will be notified if your requested housing is not available. Accessibility requirements take priority, so please register early. If you have accessibility needs, please request your needs upon registering. |
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| 2 Week | Weekend + Week (8 nights) |
Long Session Sunday-Saturday (7 nights) |
Weeklong Sunday-Friday (5 nights) |
Weekend (3 nights) |
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Dormitory
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$1,255 | $850 | $740 | $520 | $310 |
Double Room
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$1,560 | $1,070 | $930 | $650 | $390 |
Double Room
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$1,830 | $1,240 | $1,080 | $760 | $460 |
Double Room
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$2,000 | $1,370 | $1,200 | $830 | $500 |
Single Room
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$1,910 | $1,310 | $1,140 | $790 | $480 |
Single Room
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$2,200 | $1,510 | $1,320 | $910 | $550 |
Single Room
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$2,440 | $1,660 | $1,450 | $1,010 | $610 |
*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.
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.
2026 Campground Rates Per SiteNote: 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. |
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| Sun-Sat (6 nights) |
Sun-Fri (5 nights) |
Weekend (2 nights) |
Long Weekend (3 nights) |
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| RVs/Campers, no meals | $250 | $210 | $85 | $125 |
| Pop-ups/Vans, no meals | $192 | $160 | $64 | $96 |
| Tents, no meals | $130 | $110 | $50 | $705 |
2027 Campground Rates Per SiteNote: 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. |
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| 2 Week | Weekend + Week (8 nights) |
Long Session Sunday-Saturday (7 nights) |
Weeklong Sunday-Friday (5 nights) |
Weekend (3 nights) |
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| RVs/Campers, no meals | $530 | $350 | $310 | $220 | $130 |
| Pop-ups/Vans, no meals | $395 | $265 | $235 | $175 | $105 |
| Tents, no meals | $280 | $185 | $160 | $135 | $75 |
Meal Rates for Campground and Off-campus Students
All meals are included in all rates listed below, except for Campground Rates.
2026 Meal Rates for Campground and Off-campus StudentsNote: If you are staying at the Campground or off-campus, we invite you to sign up for meals at these rates: |
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| Sun-Sat (6 nights) |
Sun-Fri (5 nights) |
Weekend (2 nights) |
Long Weekend (3 nights) |
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| All Meals | $345 | $285 | $120 | $175 |
| Lunch & Suppers | $230 | $205 | $85 | $125 |
| Welcome Supper & Lunches | $120 | $120 | $65 | $80 |
2027 Meal Rates for Campground and Off-campus StudentsNote: If you are staying at the Campground or off-campus, we invite you to sign up for meals at these rates: |
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| 2 Week | Weekend + Week (8 nights) |
Long Session Sunday-Saturday (7 nights) |
Weeklong Sunday-Friday (5 nights) |
Weekend (3 nights) |
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| All Meals | $730 | $490 | $425 | $360 | $185 |
| Lunch & Suppers | $480 | $330 | $300 | $240 | $135 |
| Welcome Supper & Lunches | $265 | $195 | $175 | $125 | $90 |
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