Tuition + Fees

First-Year Estimate

The following figures are for Canadian students, based on one year of full-time study in a general Arts program for 2024-25; fees are subject to change every year and are dependent on the program of study.

International students, including international students in Canada on a study permit: please see international tuition fees or use the Cost Calculator.

Residence Estimate

*Based on a single room with a private washroom in Schäffer Hall for eight months, with a seven-day meal plan.

Payment Options

We offer several convenient payment options for admission-related fees and deposits.

Application Fee

The $125 or $75 (for current or former U of A students) non-refundable application fee for new students must be paid at the time of application. Accepted payment methods are MasterCard, Visa, Visa Debit, Amex and Discover.

Tuition Deposit

For most new applicants, a tuition deposit is required in order to accept the admission offer and become eligible to register in courses.

Please note: Some types of applicants are exempt from having to accept their offer and/or pay the tuition deposit.

See the list of exemptions

The tuition deposit can be paid in the U of A Launchpad via online banking or credit card.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are due by the fee deadline each semester (typically late September for Fall and late January for Winter).

Parents

You can sign in as a guest on Bear Tracks to pay a student’s tuition fees or tuition deposit. You will need to know the student’s account number.

For more information, see Tuition Payment Options.

The Costs

There are four main factors that will influence how much your degree will cost.

Instructional (Tuition) Fees

These cover the cost of your courses and instruction. Different programs will have different costs.

Non-Instructional Fees

These cover various student services and benefits. Services supported by the mandatory non-instructional fees are operational, available and ready to help when students need them.

Books + Supplies

Every course has required reading and textbooks; the cost can vary greatly for each course or program. The cost outlined in the first-year estimate table is an estimated average only.

Living Arrangement

Whether you choose to live at home, in residence or off campus will impact the overall cost of your degree.

The Perks

Health Benefits + Services

By default, you’ll be enrolled for health and dental coverage through studentcare.ca. Students have the ability to opt out of health and dental coverage. You’ll also have access to the University Health Centre and Counselling and Clinical Services.

Student Services

There are many student services on campus, including the Academic Success Centre and the Career Centre. Check out Current Students for more. 

Fitness Facilities

As a student you’ll get access to many fitness and recreation facilities, including our 60-foot indoor climbing wall at the Physical Activity and Wellness Centre.

Transportation

Your tuition and fees include access to the Universal Transit Pass (U-Pass), a collaborative initiative between the Students' Union and the Graduate Students' Association, local transit authorities, and the University of Alberta to deliver affordable and sustainable transit to U of A students.