Tuition and Fees

Tuition and general fees charged by the University of Calgary are approved annually by the Board of Governors. UCalgary assesses tuition and general fees for each term that you are an active full- or part-time student. In addition to tuition fees, some programs have program-specific fees that are charged each term. Students pay the fees applicable to the term in which their current program of studies begin, regardless of when they received their letter of admission to the program. A full breakdown of assessed fees is available in the My Financials section of the Student Centre.

Undergraduate Student Cost Estimator

Undergraduate Student Fees

Undergraduate students are assessed tuition based on course enrolment and unit load. Most courses are equivalent to three (3) units or credits. In addition to course-based tuition rates, program-specific tuition is charged per term for students enrolled into specific programs. General Fees are assessed based on academic load, full or part time studies.

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Graduate Student Fees

Graduate students in thesis-based programs are assessed annual tuition, while students in course-based programs pay tuition fees on a per course basis. In addition to course-based tuition rates, program-specific tuition is charged in each term in which a student is registered. General Fees are assessed based on the students stated academic load, full or part time studies.

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How to Pay Your Fees?

The preferred method of payment is through online banking with a Canadian bank account. Students who do not have a Canadian bank account can pay their fees through Convera GlobalPay or CIBC Student Pay.

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Fee Payment Dates and Deadlines

UCalgary does not remove students from studies for late payment. Services may be withheld, and late interest may accrue for past due accounts. Fee deadlines as well as other important Academic dates and deadlines are listed in the Academic Calendar.

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Understanding Your Fees

Learn more about tuition, general fees, supplemental program fees, and any optional fees that may be assessed.

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Late Fees, Notices and Withdrawal

Learn more about late payment penalties, notices on the account, and withdrawing from courses.

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Payment Plans

UCalgary offers self-service payment plans for all students. Your tuition and general fees can now be paid in installments over the term, rather than being due all at once on the term fee deadline.

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Third Party Sponsorship

Sponsors can be government agencies, companies, First Nations/Métis/Inuit groups, or other organizations who are paying your student fees in whole, with limited exclusions.

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Study Abroad Funding

Are you going to study abroad with a University of Calgary program? Learn more about funding opportunities and external awards that are available for you!

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Refund and Overpayments

Students may be eligible for a refund if there is a credit present on their account. UCalgary now issues refund using e-Transfer to students with a Canadian bank account. Learn how you can submit a request to get a refund!

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