IRB Cost Calculator

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Get an instant estimate for your IRB review cost. Select your study type, site count, and participant count to see a transparent cost range - no quote request required.

Elemental IRB vs. Typical commercial IRBs

FeatureElemental IRBTypical commercial IRBs
Single-site expedited study$1,500 flat$2,000-$4,000+ plus add-ons (typical)
Single-site full board study$4,000 flat$5,000-$8,000+ plus add-ons (typical)
Amendments during the yearMinor included; $500 per majorBilled per amendment (typical)
Annual continuing review$0 — includedBilled annually (typical)
Multi-site coordinationTransparent custom quotePer-site fees stack up (typical)

How to estimate your IRB cost

Select your study type (expedited or full board), the number of sites, and your participant count to see a transparent IRB cost range instantly. No quote request, no sales call, and no waiting.

IRB cost breakdown by review type

Expedited review starts at $1,500 (3-5 business days). Full board review is $4,000 (5-10 business days). Minor amendments are $0 and continuing review is included. Major amendments are a flat $500. Multi-site studies add transparent per-site coordination.

What drives commercial IRB costs

Your total commercial IRB cost depends on review type, number of sites, and amendment activity. With nickel-and-diming IRBs, per-investigator and per-consent fees can balloon your IRB costs. Elemental IRB keeps every fee flat, so your estimate is your cost.

Ready for an exact quote?

Email submissions@elementalirb.com with your protocol synopsis and we'll respond with an exact quote within 1 business day.

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How much does an IRB cost?

An IRB review at Elemental IRB costs $1,500 for expedited review or $4,000 for full board review. Use the calculator above to estimate your total IRB cost based on study type and site count.

How are IRB fees calculated?

IRB fees at Elemental IRB are flat by review type: $1,500 expedited, $4,000 full board, and $500 per major amendment, with minor amendments and continuing review included. Multi-site studies add transparent per-site coordination.

What is the average commercial IRB cost?

Average commercial IRB costs are often several thousand dollars per submission and vary by provider, frequently with add-on fees. Elemental IRB publishes flat pricing so you can estimate IRB costs without a quote.

Does the IRB cost calculator give a binding quote?

No. The calculator gives a transparent estimate. Email submissions@elementalirb.com for an exact quote within one business day.