Transparent costs to support quality assurance and innovation in digital education.
Accreditation Fees and Payment Stucture
At the International Accrediting Commission for Digital Education (IACDE), we believe in maintaining a transparent and accessible accreditation process.
Below is a detailed breakdown of the fees associated with Candidate Status and Full Accreditation.
All fees are structured to ensure the sustainability of a rigorous review process while remaining affordable for innovative online, hybrid, and digital education providers.
Fee Schedule
IACDE Accreditation Fee Schedule
| Stage | Fee Description | Amount | When Paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application | Application Fee | $600–$650 (+5% surcharge) | Paid with application submission |
| Candidate Status Approval | Candidate Recognition Fee | $650 (+5% surcharge) | Invoiced after candidacy approved (or prepaid) |
| Self-Study Submission | Full Accreditation Fee | Small (1–250 students): $2,500 (+5%) | Invoiced after self-study submission |
| Medium (251–1,000 students): $3,000 (+5%) | |||
| Large (1,001+ students): $4,000 (+5%) | |||
| Full Accreditation Awarded | Annual Maintenance Fee | $500/year (+5% surcharge) | Paid yearly after full accreditation is awarded |
* A 5% administrative surcharge is applied to all fees to account for inflation, operational costs, and annual review adjustments. Final invoice totals will reflect this surcharge.
IACDE Accreditation Fee Calculator
Select your institution type and accreditation phases to calculate the total estimated cost. A 5% administrative surcharge will be applied to the final total.
Non-Profit ($600)For-Profit ($650)
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