The decision to attend university is one of the biggest investments you can make in your life. We will help you find the right method of payment, as well as answer your questions about tuition fees, student loans and other financial options.

The tuition and fee information listed below is in Canadian dollars. Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. For questions regarding the fee schedule, please contact your UCW representative or the Finance Office at University Canada West.

On-Campus Students

2023 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course** $1,887*** $2,580***
Total Tuition Fees $28,305 $38,700

2024 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course** $1,983*** $2,709***
Total Tuition Fees $29,745 $40,635

2025 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course** $2,082*** $2,885***
Total Tuition Fees $31,230 $43,275

2026 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course** $2,186*** $3,073***
Total Tuition Fees $32,790 $46,095

Tuition deposit for international students: $7,900

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*30% discount applies for Canadian Forces members and veterans on all programs.

**Students taking MRKT 621 will be charged an extra $150 fee to access Digital Marketing Institute modules and membership.

***Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

2023 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 40 40
Cost per course $921** $1,920**
Total Tuition Fees $36,840 $76,800

2024 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 40 40
Cost per course $967** $2,018**
Total Tuition Fees $38,680 $80,720

2025 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 40 40
Cost per course** $1,015*** $2,119***
Total Tuition Fees $40,600 $84,760

2026 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 40 40
Cost per course** $1,066*** $2,225***
Total Tuition Fees $42,640 $89,000

Tuition deposit for international students: $7,900

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*30% discount applies for Canadian Forces members and veterans on all programs.

**Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

2023 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 20 20
Cost per course $921** $1,920**
Total Tuition Fees $18,420 $38,400

2024 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 20 20
Cost per course $967** $2,018**
Total Tuition Fees $19,340 $40,360

2025 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 20 20
Cost per course** $1,015*** $2,119***
Total Tuition Fees $20,300 $42,380

2026 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 20 20
Cost per course** $1,066*** $2,225***
Total Tuition Fees $21,320 $44,500

Tuition deposit for international students: $7,900

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*30% discount applies for Canadian Forces members and veterans on all programs.

**Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

2023 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $5,165** $7,750**

2024 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $5,425** $8,135**

2025 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $5,694** $8,661**

2026 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $5,979** $9,225**

Tuition deposit for international students: $7,900

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*30% discount applies for Canadian Forces members and veterans on all programs.

**Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

2023 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of courses 1-3 1-3
Cost per course $4,950* $5,455*

2024 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of courses 1-3 1-3
Cost per course $4,950* $5,730*

2025 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of courses 1-3 1-3
Cost per course $5,198* $6,017*

2026 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of courses 1-3 1-3
Cost per course $5,457* $6,317*

Tuition deposit for international students: $7,900

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

Online Students

2023 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course* $1,290** $1,290**
Total Tuition Fees $19,350 $19,350

2024 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course* $1,355** $1,355**
Total Tuition Fees $20,325 $20,325

2025 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course** $1,423*** $1,423***
Total Tuition Fees $21,345 $21,345

2026 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 15 15
Cost per course** $1,494*** $1,494***
Total Tuition Fees $22,410 $22,410

Tuition deposit for international students: $3,000

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*Students taking MRKT 621 will be charged an extra $150 fee to access Digital Marketing Institute modules and membership.

**Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

Scholarships, awards and grants do not apply to online programs.

2023 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of Courses 40 40
Cost per course $841* $841*
Total Tuition Fees $33,640 $33,640

2024 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of Courses 40 40
Cost per course $883* $883*
Total Tuition Fees $35,320 $35,320

2025 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 40 40
Cost per course** $927*** $927***
Total Tuition Fees $37,080 $37,080

2026 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 40 40
Cost per course** $973*** $973***
Total Tuition Fees $38,920 $38,920
Tuition deposit for international students: $3,000

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

Scholarships, awards and grants do not apply to online programs.

2023 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of Courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $3,871* $3,871*

2024 Fees
Domestic
International
Number of Courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $4,065* $4,065*

2025 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $4,266 $4,266

2026 Fees
Domestic*
International
Number of courses 3 3
Total Tuition Fees $4,479 $4,479

Tuition deposit for international students: $3,000

First term tuition deposit for domestic students: $500

*Additional costs related to textbooks and materials for each course are not included in tuition.

Scholarships, awards and grants do not apply to online programs.

Additional Fees

Course
Domestic
International
ENGL 080 $550 $550
New Student Orientation $100 $100
WORK 610 OR 611 $1,040 $1,440

Domestic
Spring/ Summer 2023
Domestic
Fall 2023
International
Spring/ Summer 2023
International
Fall 2023
Library & Technology* $17 /course $20 /course $17 /course $20 /course
Student Activity & Alumni** $8 /course $9 /course $8 /course $9 /course
Guard.me – New Students*** n/a n/a $190 $190
Guard.me – Returning Students**** n/a n/a $170 $170
Keep.meSAFE
 $8.75 /term $8.75 /term $8.75 /term $8.75 /term

*The Library fee provides students with access to a wide range of academic resources, including books, journals, databases and research materials. The Technology Fee supports the maintenance and improvement of campus technology infrastructure, including computer labs, Wi-Fi networks, and software licenses, including Office 365 and Grammarly Premium.

**This fee goes towards organizing and funding various extracurricular programs and events, such as clubs, sports and cultural activities.

***medical insurance coverage for new students’ first term at UCW and includes New Student Orientation (NSO) week.

****medical insurance coverage for returning students.

Service
Fee
Application Fee1 $150
Appeal to Academic Council $50 (refunded if appeal is successful)
Audit Fee2 50% of course tuition
Credit Card Refund $35
Credit Card Charge Back Fee $45
Confirmation of Enrolment $0 (free)
Course Challenge 50% of course tuition
Duplicate Credential $50
Duplicate Tax Receipt $50
Financial Hold Release3 $150
Graduation Application Fee4 $230
Late Graduation Application Fee $460
Letter of Permission $35
NSF Fee for Returned Cheques $55
Parchment Shipment (International Only) $60
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR) $500 per portfolio
Program Transfer Fee $75
Readmission Fee5 $150
Student ID Card Replacement $35
Supplemental Exam Fee $100 on campus / $150 off campus
Transcript $10
Tuition Refund Processing Fee $250
Wire Transfer Fee $45
Wire Transfer Fee ‑ By Third Party $65
Printing Fee $0.10/B&W – $0.20/colour (Minimum $5 prepaid)

1. Starting June 1, 2023, UCW’s non-refundable $150 application fee will be automatically deducted from the tuition deposit a student makes before they start their studies at UCW.

2. Student must complete all assignments to be eligible for audit status.

3. If a student has a financial hold applied to their account, this fee is required to release the hold and re-establish the account. The hold will only be released upon full payment of the balance.

4. The graduation fee must be paid upon application for graduation. It is refundable only if the applicant is ineligible to graduate. The graduation gown is provided at no additional fee if attending convocation, and the fee includes one free transcript and graduating credential.

5. If not registered for University Canada West classes for more than 1 year, this readmission fee must be paid.

Purpose

University Canada West (UCW) is committed to taking all necessary and reasonable actions for the collection of overdue accounts, ensuring the settlement of outstanding balances. This notice serves as a guide for the collection of outstanding and overdue accounts, with the primary goal of minimizing instances of account delinquency.

Student Commitment

Upon enrolling in classes, students initiate a contractual agreement with the University. By doing so, they acknowledge and agree to adhere to the rules, policies and procedures of University Canada West. These terms, as well as any subsequent amendments, are accessible through the MyUCW Student Portal, the UCW website and the Academic Calendar.

Under the Student Rights & Responsibility Policy, it is each student’s responsibility to remain aware of, and comply with, all UCW policies and procedures, including payment deadlines and rules pertaining to their time at UCW. Ignorance of these rules or policies does not exempt students from adhering to them. This declaration binds students to these conditions throughout their attendance at UCW.

Financial Responsibility

It is the responsibility of each student to stay informed about payment deadlines and to ensure prompt payment of tuition and fees.

Collection Process

UCW Finance follows a structured process for collecting outstanding balances:

  1. Communication

Students with outstanding tuition and fees will receive notifications from our Student Financial Services department. These notifications will be delivered via email and, in some cases, through phone calls. These communications are designed to serve as reminders and to provide guidance on resolving the pending payment.

  1. Final Notice

If the matter remains unresolved, UCW Finance will provide a final notice of the outstanding tuition and fees to the student via email or phone. UCW Finance will continue to work with students to resolve all outstanding balances.

  1. Escalation to Collection Agency

In the unfortunate event that an outstanding balance remains unresolved, UCW reserves the right to engage external collection agencies, all of whom will be reputable and respectful of applicable legislation, codes of conducts and the privacy of information.

This step is taken with careful consideration and aims to prompt timely resolution. It’s important to note that this action may have potential implications for credit ratings and financial standing.

Any information shared with the collection agency will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and used solely for resolving the outstanding tuition and fees. We adhere to stringent privacy policies to ensure the secure handling of data in accordance with relevant legislation.

Taking Preventive Action

We recognize that unexpected situations can lead to financial difficulties. If you encounter challenges in paying your tuition fee, we urge you to contact our Student Financial Services department [email protected]. Our team is available to explore options such as payment plans or financial aid to prevent escalation.

Securing Your Future

We genuinely care about your educational journey and prospects. Timely resolution of outstanding tuition fees can safeguard your credit history and financial well-being. This has a positive impact on your ability to secure loans, obtain favourable interest rates, and pursue future employment opportunities.

We encourage all students to proactively address any outstanding tuition fees and to collaborate with us in finding fair and feasible solutions. Open communication is pivotal in overcoming financial challenges.

For additional information on tuition fee deadlines, please refer to the Academic Calendar on the UCW website. We remain committed to supporting you at every stage of your educational journey.

UCW’s tuition and fees change annually and are subject to change without notice.  University Canada West reserves the right to adjust tuition fees each year.

Student Refund Requests

Upon enrolling in classes, a student has initiated a contract with the University and is bound by the following declaration:

“I have read, accept and agree to adhere to the statutes, rules and regulations, policies and procedures of University Canada West, and to any amendments thereto which may be made while I am a student at the University. I understand that I can access this information through policies listed in the MyUCW Student Portal, the UCW website and the Academic Calendar. I understand that it is my responsibility to be aware of all deadlines and rules pertaining to my time at UCW and that ignorance of the rules or policies does not excuse me from adherence to such. By agreeing to this declaration, you are bound by these conditions for the length of time that you attend UCW.”

Space in UCW courses is limited and the tuition refund schedule is designed to discourage a student from holding space in course(s) that they eventually do not use. Courses dropped after the stated deadline are not eligible for a refund, please refer the Student Tuition Refund Policy Procedure 3001p on our website for more details.

Students are considered responsible for adhering to all deadlines as per the Academic Calendar under the Tuition Fee section.

To be eligible for a tuition refund, the following must apply:

  1. The student must drop course(s) by the add/drop dates as outlined in the Academic Calendar.
  2. Student needs to submit the refund request form; log into the MyUCW Student Portal and apply for a refund by completing the online application form. Only completed refund requests will be reviewed per the below processing time schedule. UCW reserves the right to request additional documents for the refund request to be assessed.

The student’s request is based on one of the eligible reasons per the criteria below.

Reason

Processing time

Visa/study permit refusal Two (2) weeks for the request to be reviewed, as soon as the outcome is reached, two (2) additional weeks for processing refund payment if UCW receives all the required documentation.
Extenuating circumstances Four (4) weeks to be reviewed by the Registrar’s Office, as soon as the outcome is reached, Finance team will be able to process the refund amount within an additional four (4) weeks.
Appeal the decision The Appeal Panel will make every effort to have the Refund Appeal heard and decided within one (1) month. The Appeal Panel will make every effort to communicate the decision to the student within 14 days of the outcome received. As soon as Finance receives the outcome from the Appeal Panel, they will process payment within an additional 14 days.
Withdrawals Two (2) weeks for the review and two (2) additional weeks for the refund to be processed, subject to the add/drop deadline.

Medical Please note, we do not require detailed medical records or the disclosure of a diagnosis, rather the University requires that a form (please refer to extenuating circumstances form on the MyUCW refund portal) is submitted that confirms the specific dates on which the student visited the health professional and should include details on the following:

  • The degree to which the health issue (or treatment, in the case of medication, for example) is likely to have affected the student’s ability to study, attend classes or sit in examinations.
  • The length of time over which the student’s abilities were likely hampered by the condition.
  • The fitness of the student to resume studies.

If the condition began prior to the term of the tuition refund request, documentation should include an explanation of how the condition has worsened or changed in an unforeseeable way.

Students with pre-existing conditions are expected to work with the resources and supports available to them to develop an academic plan to accommodate their condition and needs.
Compassionate
  • Death of a loved one, including immediate or extended family member, or close friend.
  • A sudden change in personal or family responsibilities, such as taking care of a sick loved one or taking over childcare responsibilities for a sick loved one.

Other unanticipated events not mentioned above will be considered, provided there is clear supporting documentation.
Other exceptional circumstances, including but not limited to:
  • Unexpected change in conditions of employment
  • Religious obligation
  • Legal proceedings
  • Student returning to their home country
  • Sexual assault or misconduct experience
  • Unanticipated transfers or deployments for military and first responder personnel
  • Administrative or system errors

Financial hardship Financial concerns alone are not considered an eligible reason for a refund request. For students facing financial hardship, we advise connecting with UCW Finance for advising and support.
Not knowing the add/drop dates and tuition refund deadline In order to enrol in courses, students must agree to the enrolment agreement to complete enrolment actions. The student enrolment agreement states that students are responsible for knowing and adhering to all deadlines and policies in reference to enrolment and fees.
Failure to attend classes Failure to pay tuition by the tuition payment deadline will not result in an automatic course drop, and failure to pay tuition is not a valid reason for a refund. Students are responsible for all fees incurred by their enrolment actions. Similarly, failure to attend classes in which a student is enrolled is not a valid reason for a refund request.
Travel It’s a student’s responsibility to manage their travel schedule so that it doesn’t disrupt their education journey, as such this is not considered an eligible reason.
Workload, difficulty or scheduling issues It is the student’s responsibility to manage their workload, difficulty level and scheduling needs, and as such these are not considered eligible reasons for a refund request.
Over-enrolling to secure preferred enrolment opportunities Students should only enrol in courses they intend to take. Please note that students are responsible for tuition and fees for courses that they were enrolled in from the waitlist. For this reason, it is advised that students drop themselves from any waitlist for courses they no longer intend to take. Over-enrolment to secure preferred enrolment opportunities is not a valid reason for a refund request.
Issues related to course content or instructor Please refer concerns and feedback to the relevant department.
Courses not fitting academic program or graduation plan It is the student’s responsibility to understand requirements and work with advisors if necessary to ensure enrolment decisions are suited to their academic plan.

A student has the right to identify anyone of their choosing to be their support person. A support person cannot speak on behalf of the student, including answering questions for or on behalf of the student; stand in for, or represent a student at a meeting, when a student cannot be present.

UCW has the following institutional student supports available:

Student Rights and Responsibilities Advisors:

Student Rights and Responsibilities Advisors meet with students to ascertain the nature and scope of their concerns and advise students on how to proceed under University policy. Advisors provide advice, support and information in a professional manner to students seeking information and guidance concerning student appeals (information about the process), complaints and concerns and advise students of their right to advocacy support as required. Advisors can be contacted by email: [email protected].

Ombudsperson:

In their role, the Ombudsperson informs students regarding the avenues available to them to address and resolve their complaints; mediates or intervenes to assist in the resolution of conflicts; and provides advice and recommendations to decision-makers on the fair resolution of complaints. The Ombudsperson is also available to provide information to advise students of their rights and responsibilities and interprets University regulations, policies and procedures. The Ombudsperson can be contacted by emailing [email protected].

Payment options for students

UCW is partnered with multiple well-known payment platforms to offer our students with convenient, flexible, and secure options to pay their fees from anywhere in the world.

CIBC International Student Pay

Note: you do NOT need to go to a CIBC branch or have a CIBC bank account to use this service. Both Domestic and International payment are accepted.

Gain access to live, competitive Foreign Exchange rates offered exclusively to UCW students and held for you for 72 hours. For more information about CIBC International Student Pay, please visit this page.

Payment methods available via CIBC International Student Pay:

  • Bank Wires
  • Credit/Debit Card (Visa, MasterCard)
  • Direct Debit (ACH)
  • Union Pay (CUP)
  • AliPay
  • WeChat
  • Geoswift

Flywire

Both Domestic and International payment are accepted.

Easily and securely make education payments in your own currency, using local payment methods from the safety and convenience of your home. With real-time tracking and Around-the-clock multilingual support, millions of students and families around the world trust Flywire for payment processing. Visit this page for additional information about Flywire.

PayMyTuition

Only International payment are accepted.

PayMyTuition allows you to pay your tuition payments from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple and cost effective. Visit this page for additional information about PayMyTuition.

University Canada West will also accept:

  • Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard)
  • Debit (in-person only)
  • Cheque (payable to University Canada West)
  • Money Order (payable to University Canada West)
  • Online Payment