Tuition and Enrollment
What the Program Costs
Tuition for the 108-week (432-hour) court reporting program is $10,400. With the one-time registration, textbook, and media fees, the total cost of the program is $10,865.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition (108 weeks / 432 hours) | $10,400.00 |
| Registration fee | $65.00 |
| Textbook fee | $275.00 |
| Media fee | $125.00 |
| Total | $10,865.00 |
| Returned check fee | $25.00 |
How Payments Work
A payment of $865 is due at registration. That amount covers the registration, textbook, and media fees plus $400 toward the first month of tuition. From the second through the twenty-sixth month, tuition is $400 per month, payable two weeks before the beginning of each month. No transcript or diploma is issued until all fees have been paid in full.
You can pay securely online by card through Clover. The Payment page also offers set buttons for a monthly payment, the full enrollment amount, or a custom amount.
Financial Assistance
Because the program meets for a limited number of hours each week, it does not qualify for federal student loans or grants. Even so, many students do not pay entirely out of pocket. Assistance often comes through company tuition plans, the New York State employees' tuition reimbursement program, and a range of state and private workforce development and disability programs. We are happy to talk through which of these may fit your situation.
How to Get Started
New classes are formed in September and March. Transfer students may begin at the start of any month, and transcripts that align with our English, legal, and medical coursework may earn academic credit. To begin, you will need to meet a few requirements:
- A high school diploma or equivalency.
- Some form of proof that you are at least 18 years of age.
- A digital recorder.
- A computer with a USB 2.0 connection.
When you are ready, contact the Institute by phone at (716) 839-1322 or stop by during evening hours, and we will walk you through registration and the start date that fits you best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuition is $10,400 for the 108-week (432-hour) program. With the registration, textbook, and media fees, the total is $10,865. A payment of $865 is due at registration and the balance is paid at $400 per month.
New classes are formed in September and March. Transfer students may begin at the start of any month and may receive credit for qualifying English, legal, and medical coursework.
You need a high school diploma or equivalency, proof of being at least 18 years of age, a digital recorder, and a computer with a USB 2.0 connection.
Because of the program's limited weekly hours it does not qualify for federal loans or grants. Many students use company plans, the New York State employees' tuition reimbursement program, and state and private workforce development and disability programs.
Yes. Use the Pay Tuition button to pay securely by card through Clover, or visit the Payment page for monthly and enrollment payment options.