Our Fees
GEAC accreditation fees are designed to reflect the scope, depth, and rigour of the accreditation process. All fees are institutional, transparent, and directly support independent peer review, quality assurance, and ongoing institutional engagement.
GEAC does not charge individual staff or student fees. Accreditation is granted exclusively to institutions.
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How GEAC Fees Are Structured
GEAC operates a multi-stage accreditation process, with fees aligned to each stage of review. This ensures clarity, fairness, and proportionality based on the work undertaken.
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All fees are payable by the institution and are non-refundable once a stage has commenced.
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Application Fee — USD $750
This fee initiates the formal accreditation process and covers:
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Application processing and eligibility screening
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Allocation of accreditation staff and reviewers
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Entry into the formal accreditation review cycle
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Desk-Based Document Review — USD $3,500
This stage involves a comprehensive off-site evaluation of institutional documentation, including:
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Governance and leadership structures
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Academic oversight and quality assurance systems
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Teaching and learning frameworks
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Student support, safeguarding, and institutional policies
The desk review assesses institutional readiness and determines progression to external peer review.
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External Peer Review (Site Visit) — USD $6,000
This fee covers the external evaluation conducted by a trained peer review team and includes:
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On-site or virtual institutional review
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Validation of submitted documentation
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Meetings with leadership, staff, and key stakeholders
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Observation of institutional operations and academic systems
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Preparation of an independent evaluation report
Travel or accommodation costs (if applicable) are agreed separately.
Total Year 1 Cost: USD $11,750
Ongoing Fees (Years 2–5)
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Annual Institutional Membership — USD $1,500 per year
Ongoing membership supports:
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Continued accreditation status
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Periodic monitoring and reporting
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Access to professional development and institutional guidance
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Engagement with the GEAC international network
No additional accreditation fees are charged during the cycle unless significant changes or additional reviews are required.
